Dia De Muertos


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Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead) has been a traditional Mexican cultural event dating back to Aztec festivals dedicated to the goddess Mictecacihuatl - "Lady of the dead."

Celebrating the cycle of life and death with reverence and respect, families set up displays —ofrendas — honoring their deceased relatives.

In Riverside, the celebration has become a grand street festival each November with food vendors and live music, adjacent to downtown White Park where people set up their displays.


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Masks and Costumes
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Ofrendas
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