Day Of The Dead -

Families often spend the night in cemeteries, cleaning, decorating graves with flowers, and sharing stories, music, and food with the departed. Key Dates:

Día de los Inocentes (Day of the Innocents) or All Saints' Day, honoring children. Nov. 2: All Souls' Day, honoring adults. Common Phrases & Cultural Notes Day of the Dead Brochure Text (English) - Peabody Museum Day of the Dead

Families build private altars in their homes, decorated with marigold flowers ( cempasúchil ), candles, papel picado (cut paper), photos of the departed, and their favorite food and drinks. Families often spend the night in cemeteries, cleaning,