Event organizer, Many Mouths One Stomach is planning to. Tucson’s Dia de Los Muertos-inspired event, which has been a beloved community-powered fixture of our fall calendar since 1990, is looking forward to coming back after the pandemic altered the course of humanity for over a year now. In 2008, the tradition was inscribed in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. ALL SOULS PROCESSION Tucson's tradition of remembrance Returns The First Weekend In November 2023. It has become a national symbol and as such is taught (for educational purposes) in the nation's schools. Scholars trace the origins of the modern Mexican holiday to indigenous observances dating back hundreds of years and to an Aztec festival dedicated to the goddess “Mictecacihuatl” The holiday has spread throughout the world, being absorbed within other deep traditions for honoring the dead. Traditions connected with the holiday include building private altars called “Ofrendas”, honoring the deceased using “Calaveras”, Aztec marigolds, and the favorite foods and beverages of the departed, and visiting graves with these as gifts. Gradually, it was associated with October 31, November 1 and November 2 to coincide with the Western Christian triduum of “Allhallowtide”: All Saints' Eve, All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day. Prior to Spanish colonization in the 16th century, the celebration took place at the beginning of summer. The multi-day holiday focuses on gatherings of family and friends to ask for the wellbeing of and remember friends and family members who have died, and help support their spiritual journey. It is acknowledged internationally in many other cultures. 1120 Central Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66102įood, Art, Ofrendas, Car Show - 12:00pm - 9:00pmĭay of the Dead (Spanish: Día de Muertos) is a Mexican holiday celebrated throughout Mexico, in particular the Central and South regions, and by people of Mexican ancestry living in other places, especially the United States.
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