The Day of the Dead

What is the day of the dead about

The day of the dead is a Mexican holiday. The day of the dead is truly a celebration of life. When children dance with caricatures of death, eat skull sugar moulds and learn to respect that life is brief, they learn there is a circle to life and to not fear death and then are free to enjoy and appreciate every moment.

Day of the Dead

Celebrating The Day of the Dead has a long history in Mexican Tradition. The Day of the dead is celebrated on November 2nd. Sometime one hears reference to “the days of the Dead” which refers to the Days of October 31 – November 2. October 31 is Halloween or All Hallows eve. November 1 is “el Dia de los inocentes” or the day of the children and All Saints Day. November second is All Souls Day or the Day of the Dead.