Another important cultural celebration that we learnt in Mexico is the celebration of Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead). It happens after Halloween, usually on 1 and 2 November every year. The people believe that the spirit of the dead people will come back to visit the family on these days.. a fellow Mexican told me 1 November is where the older spirit come, and the babies and kids spirit come on 2 November. During these days Mexicans will visit the graves of their loved ones and make altars with their dead family photos and food that they loved at their houses. Ever seen the orange flowers that commemorate the day? The flower's name is cempasuchil. Some people (especially the American expats) celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with Halloween hence they prepared for a trick or treat event for the kids.. also usually there is a big parade to celebrate this day at Avenida Reforma and Zocalo.
