In October 2019, Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation corroborated on the animated fantasy film Coco. Sugar Skulls – Dia de Los Muertos Traditions Dia de los Muertos in the Movies Even skeleton dolls of all shapes and sizes are colorfully created. People commonly wear skull masks, and eat sugar candies molded into the shape of skulls. These are typically decorated in a myriad of bright colors with ribbons, bows, and other fancy embellishments. They represent rebirth into the next stage of life. The most prominent symbols related to Day of the Dead are calacas (skeletons) and calaveras (sugar skulls). As my Mexican friend Lena told me “To coax the dead back for a little reunion, tempting them with tacos and tequila certainly can’t hurt.” Symbols of Dia de los Muertos It’s customary to also prepare foods the departed once loved. Popular drinks include atole (a corn-based liquor), and of no surprise, tequila. Traditional foods linked to the holiday include Pan de Muerto (Day of the Dead bread), tamales, pazole, and foods made with spicy mole sauce from recipes passed from generation to generation. Cemetery decorated for Dia de Los Muertes There is no crying or grieving, but rather music and a celebration of the departed’s life. It is here families gather at cemeteries, with painted faces and candles, placing flowers on the graves of their loved ones. Photos of the departed are a centerpiece of the altar.įamilies lovingly decorate the burial sites and cemeteries. Candles, incense, and decorative paper represent fire and wind.įlowers (usually bright marigolds), with their intense color and pungent smell, guide relatives home from the spirit world. Water, traditionally placed in a clay pitcher reflects the belief that a returning spirit may be thirsty. Traditional Dia de Los Muertos Ofrendasįavorite foods represent the earth. These altars include offerings representing earth, water, fire, and wind. One of the most traditional aspects of the holiday is families building altars in their homes known as ofrendas. Children who have passed come to visit and celebrate as Angelitos. The souls of the dead ( Difuntos), awaken and return to the living world to feast, drink, dance, and play music with their loved ones. Many believe that on this day, the border between the spirit world and the living world dissolves. Only after getting through nine challenging levels and a journey of several years, does the soul finally reach Mictlán, the final resting place. The day celebrates generations of family members and friends who died and traveled to Chicunamictlán, the Land of the Dead. Day of the Dead TraditionsĬoinciding with the Catholic holidays All Saints Day and All Souls Day, its origins go back some 3,000 years. The Whaley House Story Day of the Dead TraditionsĬelebrated between October 31 st and November 2 nd, Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a multi-day Mexican holiday featuring a unique blending of Mesoamerican ritual, European religion, and Spanish culture. In addition, many other neighborhoods of San Diego have their own unique celebrations. It’s traditional processional parade, multitudes of displays, craft workshops, entertainment, and festive music are magnificent. We’re eagerly looking forward to seeing Old Town’s Fiesta de Reyes in all its Dia de Los Muertos glory next year. And just strolling around Old Town, you’ll feel the vibe and energy of this special holiday even today with its festive decorations. Boutique shops in Old Town and many other San Diego stores carry decorations, tableware, pottery, and home décor to help families celebrate. Day of the Dead in San Diegoīut it doesn’t mean the holiday will be ignored by families who’ve long embraced this family tradition. Typically, Old Town welcomes 75,000 visitors in two days for this event. Unfortunately, the City canceled this year’s celebration due to current health restrictions. I’ve been to many destinations in Mexico during Dia de Los Muertos and have to say that San Diego’s rendition is among the best.Įach year, Old Town San Diego State Historic Park hosts one of the biggest celebrations of history, culture, and heritage paying homage to this very important and festive tradition. San Diego shares a loving connection to this sacred yet festive celebration. Dia de Los Muertes Old Town San Diego Celebration
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