El Día de los Muertos is not a version of Halloween; it is an ancient cultural three day celebration, whose traditions are still preserved in Mexico and other Latin American countries.
In 2008, UNESCO declared El Día de los Muertos in Mexico as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Here are some local celebrations that emphasize this cultural tradition that aims to celebrate life, and it is a time to honor and remember our loved ones who are no longer with us.
IF YOU ARE WILLING TO TRAVEL
Old Sacramento - Souls of the City - Día de los Muertos – November 2
A free event hosted by Sol Collective and the Sacramento History Museum. Come and enjoy this educational, cultural event that highlights the traditions behind the celebration. Participate in the hands-on activities, altar building, Aztec dance and more. Event hours: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Panteón de Sacramento (Sacramento's Cemetery) - November 2 & 3
A free event hosted by Latino Center of Art and Culture, that recreates a traditional Día de los Muertos as it is celebrated in Mexico. Come and enjoy over 60 ofrendas (memorials) created by families and organizations, as well as vendors, live performances by Lacustre Michoacán de Ocampo, El Coro del Pueblo, among others. Make sugar skulls, or learn how to make a mask, ask questions about the altars and their meaning. Event hours: November 2 from 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM and November 3, from 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
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