Day of the Dead, a celebration that has grown worldwide, brings together thousands of people every November 1st and 2nd to remember loved ones who have passed away.

During the commemoration, families often create altars with photos of their deceased and adorn them with marigolds, their favorite foods and drinks, pan de muerto (bread of the dead), candles, and personal belongings. These elements are meant to “welcome the return of their spirits,” according to the National Museum of the American Latino.

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The roots of this colorful celebration combine Indigenous customs and Catholic rituals.

Over the years, Day of the Dead has become a cultural event passed down from generation to generation, with the same message: to

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