Dia de Los Muertos is celebrated from 1 to 2 November, lasting all night long.People often spend the night with their families in their homes and cemeteries with altars or ofrendas filled with remembrances of their deceased loved ones.They make their loved ones’ favourite foods, buy their favourite snacks, and display possessions on these altars belonging to their dead relatives.They celebrate this holiday with a fiesta, which means food and music are a part of the celebration.Pan de Muerto sweet bread and sugar skulls are popular foods used in the celebration.A particular orange flower is sold all over Mexico, the cempasúchil or Mexican marigold and the petals are used to help guide the spirits of the dead to their living families so that they can join the celebration on that night.Catrines and catrinas are seen throughout the celebrations as children and adults dress up to represent the dead, often with elaborate makeup and costumes. Book your tour in advance to join in on the festivities.
