Día de los Muertos: Honoring Those We Love

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Mexican tradition that celebrates and remembers loved ones who have died. Families create ofrendas (altars) with flowers, candles, food, photos, and other offerings to welcome their loved ones' spirits. Different days honor different groups of loved ones, including pets and children. The timeline below shows how these traditions unfold from October 26 through November 3. Read more at https://www.milegasi.com/blogs/hispanic-heritage/how-to-create-a-dia-de-muertos-altar