Day of the Dead Celebration History
The Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated mainly in Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage living in the United States. The celebration occurs on the 1st and 2nd of November, in connection with the Catholic holy days of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day which take place on those days.
The Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated mainly in Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage living in the United States. The celebration occurs on the 1st and 2nd of November, in connection with the Catholic holy days of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day which take place on those days.
Mexican-style Day of the Dead festivities have spread around the world, including to Europe.Scholars trace the origins of the modern holiday to indigenous observances dating back thousands of years, and to an Aztec festival dedicated to a goddess called Mictecacihuatl, known in English as "The Lady of the Dead".
When: Saturday, October 22st, 2011 1 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Where: Hollywood Forever Cemetery, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90038
Admission: $10.00 per person.
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