Curious when Day of the Dead is and why it matters? Learn the meaning behind this uniquely festive Latin American tradition.

When the Spanish arrived and later conquered the Aztec empire in the 16th century ... occur close to Halloween in the United States, Dia De Los Muertos is officially recognized in Mexico on ...

Dia de los Muertos — the Day of the Dead — is a ... It reflects a blending of indigenous Aztec beliefs and Catholic traditions, combining the pre-Columbian reverence for ancestors and the ...

The biggest and best place to celebrate Dia de los Muertos for 25 years now ... 14 feet tall catrinas and performers include Aztec Dancers of Santa Monica Folklorico Dance Company, Academia ...

Downey Dia de los Muertos features live music, ballet folklorico, Aztec dancers, car altar displays, papel picado, calaveras, face painting, food trucks, and more. Run and celebrate on the Day of ...

Also referred to as Dia De Los Muertos, the Mexican holiday is sacred ... Once the Spanish conquered the Aztec empire, the Catholic Church moved Indigenous celebrations and rituals honoring ...

Día de los Muertos is on the way, with the possible opportunity to connect with a deceased loved one. Here's what to know about the sacred holiday, and how to celebrate. Day of the Dead, or Día ...

Día de los Muertos grew out of a combination of the Aztec festival dedicated to the goddess Mictecacihuatl, the lady of the dead, and Catholic influence, according to the Day of the Dead website.

Foundation will host a nine-day Día de los Muertos Festival from Oct. 25 through Nov. 2. The festival, which has been held for nearly 40 years, has evolved to incorporate the pre-Columbian Aztec ...

Dia de los Muertos, the traditional Mexican holiday ... The celebration will include traditional dances by Danza Azteca Omecoatl, storytelling by Sandra Aguirre-Magaña, bilingual storyteller ...

Enjoy a family-friendly event to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. There will be ancestral Aztec Dance, music, crafts and more. For all ages. Participate in a 5K run/walk to celebrate the Day of the Dead.