The Day of the Dead is celebrated every November 1st & 2nd thru out Mexico and what a tradition this is. I'm so glad we were part of this celebration. Families built alters on their porches, cars, and at the plazas in memories of their loved ones.
On the 1st, families gather to eat and drink the favorites of their loved ones. There's a party on the plaza to view the procession, listen to the bands, and run w/the donkeys. The parade continues thru the plaza and up the streets for approx 2 miles and is lead by donkeys w/the decorated carts. Each cart carries several kegs of beer and is distributed to those who run behind them. We joined in and walked a few blocks behind the donkey carts. I say "walked" because the donkeys never took off running. Plus it was jammed packed with people pushing their way up to the front for their foamed keg beer. Bands were playing in between the carts, and everyone was having a blast.
Like I said the streets were packed!
These ladies are actually ballerinas. After the parade they did a traditional dance on stage in the Plaza.
We had a great time. Thanks to Cheryl; a veteran to the festive celebration...she had us set up nicely. We had reservation at La Tramoya @ 6:00pm. We had a fabulous dinner and front row seats to all the action. Cheryl & Pete hung around at the table for the sideline view while Bob & I joined in w/the donkey walk but after a few blocks we had enough and joined Cheryl & Pete back at the table. Lots of activity was taking place at the Plaza even after the parade had moved on.
So what's happening on November 2nd? More family time but it's spent at cemetery. Families take the time to pray and maintain the grave site by placing new flowers or memorabilia.
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