The event is known as a celebration of life for loved ones who have passed.

It included a candlelight procession of Aztec dancers, a Catrina contest, and different activities.

San Diegans honored their loved ones by placing a picture of them in a colorful community altar filled with marigolds to honor their memory.

“My son passed away about two and a half years ago and this was our favorite place,” Elizabeth Arellano said.

“My grandma was my favorite human being growing up and she used to say I love you to the moon and back,” Edward Clark said.

“Oh, she is dancing in heaven with The Lord that is for sure,” Melissa Sinclair said.

With traditional costumes, foods, and music, thousands of San Diegans celebrated to lives of loved ones who have passed.

“We want to keep their memory alive

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