Parties: Most dead relatives would probably avoid hanging out at a dour, depressing party, so music, drinking, and eating is a big part of the day.Meals are often the favorite food of the deceased ...

Day of the Dead, or Dia De Los Muertos is an annual holiday observed on Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 as a way to talk to and honor loved ones who have passed.

Mexico's lady of death, La Catrina, is José Guadalupe Posada's most famous character. It is a reminder to enjoy life and embrace mortality. To stream 9NEWS on your phone, you need the 9NEWS app.

Day of the Dead festivities usually take place Nov. 1 and 2, depending on the age of the deceased person you are honoring. But sometimes celebrations can kick off as early as Halloween night.

Day of the Dead festivities usually take place Nov. 1 and 2, depending on the age of the deceased person you are honoring. But sometimes celebrations can kick off as early as Halloween night.

MEXICO CITY — Day of the Dead, or Día de Muertos, is one of the most important celebrations in Mexico, with roots dating back thousands of years, long before Spanish settlers arrived.

The official Day of the Dead is 2 November. However, the holiday is celebrated between 31 October and 2 November to coincide with All Hallows' Eve, All Saints Day and All Souls Day, minor holidays ...

Day of the Dead acknowledges death as a natural part of the human experience, believing that the dead would be insulted by mourning or sadness. On November 1, it is believed the spirits of ...

Day of the Dead is an important festival held each year in South American countries, but especially in Mexico - you may have seen it in the movies Coco and The Book of Life.