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Day of the Dead

Day of the Dead altar displayed to remember those who have passed and honor them with food, drink, and flowers.

Credit: “Day of the dead altar” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

Credit: “Dancers on stage” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

According to urban legend, Catrinas, like the woman dressed above, honor and protect those who have passed. They wear colorful dresses and voluptuous hats.

Credit: “Blue Catrina” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

Young girl volunteers to perform classic song 'Nina de la Mochilla Azul' which translates to 'Girl in the Blue Backpack'.

Credit: “Nina de la Mochilla Azul on stage” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

People gather in long lines to be served hand made authentic Mexican food.

Credit: “People gather for Mexican food” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

Credit: “Dancer on stage pink skirt” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

Cartinas symbolize the reality of death. Their ornate clothing and accessories contrast with their facial skull paint symbolizing that death does not discriminate.

Credit: “Purple Catrina” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

Performers dance in courtship with colorful traditional dress.

Credit: “Courtship performance” by Lisset Rojo Ramirez is licensed under CC BY-NC

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