Forget Halloween. It’s time for Día de los Muertos
The Day of the Dead — El Día de Muertos in Spanish — is celebrated on Nov. 1 and Nov 2.
The Mexican holiday celebrates loved ones who have passed on by welcoming back the souls of deceased friends and relatives with their favorite drinks, food, music and more.
From sugar skulls and ballet folklorico dancers to a concert honoring Richie Valens and Buddy Holly, there’s plenty to see and do in the Fresno area for Dia de Muertos.
Here are eight ways to celebrate the holiday locally:
Dia de los Muertos Sugar Skull Masks
Fresno-area teenagers can enjoy tasty treats as they paint and decorate their very own Dia de Muertos sugar skull masks at an event hosted by the Fresno Parks and Recreation Department.
All materials are provided to help teens celebrate the holiday in style.
- Where : Maxie L Parks, 1802 East California Ave., Fresno
- When : 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1
- How much : Free
- Ages: 13 to 17
- Info: Facebook