Día de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead)

Día de los Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead, is a traditional Mexican and Latinx holiday honoring the deceased. It is a rare holiday where mourning is exchanged for celebration. Celebrated on November 1 and 2, families build altars, decorate gravesites, enjoy food, dance to music, and create ofrendas (offerings) for deceased family members. Altars are typically decorated with yellow marigold flowers and photos, while calaveras (sugar skulls) are an iconic decoration of the holiday itself.

Events and resources

• Visit the Día de Muertos Community Ofrenda on campus at the Weisman Museum between October 29 - November 9.
• Check out upcoming events celebrating Día de los Muertos around Minneapolis.
• Learn more about the holiday on The Day of the Dead website.