Day of the Dead Celebrations
Dia de Los Muertos
Los Angeles is multi-cultural. There are many ways to celebrate then
end of harvest season and the beginning of winter. Day of the Dead celebrations
are technically on November 2st, All Souls Day... but in Los Angeles, there's
more time needed to party.
Come join the festivals to remember and celebrate your ancestors. Enjoy
the traditions of our southern neighbors - good spicy food, music, dancing and
don't miss those candy skulls.
 The Day of the Dead celebrations date back to the time of the Aztecs.
It is a time of remembrance and socialization. Olvera Street will have two
parades, lots of things for kids and their families, celebrities and wonderful
food. Piñata Breaking, Children Workshops, Face Painting, Strolling
Mariachi, Ballet Folklorico.
Nightly candle light processions in memory of those who have gone before at
6:30. Starts October 12, 2006
Check out their web site for a detailed explanation of the history and
culture behind this celebration.
"A unique way for ancient cultures to “befriend” death, Day of the Dead
is one of the most important celebrations in the Hispanic culture. An
unparalleled feast for the senses, the celebration is known for elaborate
costumes, ornate Altars, savory foods and performances of all kinds.
"A blend of respect and humor make Day of the Dead unique. The tradition
reminds us that death is as natural as life, and that remembering a loved
one does not necessarily need be a somber experience.
Theatrical presentations, processions, singers, etc. Contests for altar building. See web site for more
information.
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Info: (877) 844-3837. http://www.ladayofthedead.com
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Saturday October 28, 2006, 4-11pm, Free.
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Food available in park |
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Altar setup on Friday Oct 27 - 6:30-10:30 |
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6000 Santa
Monica Boulevard (Hollywood Forever Cemetery ) |
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| Costumes: Dia de Los Muertos attire strongly encouraged - Come
dressed in your finest Calaca apparel |
The Hispanic Arts Council of
The Bowers Museum of Cultural Art celebrates El Dia de los Muertos.
View George Newnam's 3rd annual display of life-size
Skeletons in the Casa de Calaveras - House of Skeletons special exhibit. --
A visual narrative of installations chronicling the spiritual
journey of Jose and Gloria Calavera during Mexico's El Dia de Los Muertos,
The Day of the Dead. An educational, multi-cultural walk-through attraction
featuring life-size fully dressed skeleton figures aided by black lighting,
props and music.
Enjoy live entertainment by Fiesta Ballet Folklorico,
singers Sonido Mexico and Saddleback High School Guitar Club; take part in
children's face painting and sugar skulls celebration of Dia de los Muertos.
Have a delicious, traditional tamale. . And stroll through the many altars
which will be on display in the outdoor courtyard. Co-sponsored by the
Hispanic Arts Council
| Info:
http://www.hometown.aol.com/casacalavera or 714-241-7527
| Sunday, Oct 29, 2006, 12-4pm, free |
| Bowers Museum Courtyard, 2002 North Main Street, Santa Ana. |
| Event is free. However admission charged to Bowers Museum exhibits. |
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Huntington Park presents Southern California's largest 3
day Downtown Street Festival saluting National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Live music on concert stages, craft boots, petting zoo, carnival rides.
Special activities include cultural displays, children's piñata contest,
mariachi groups, and more. Covers 5 city blocks with fiesta fun.
In the heart of East Los Angles - procession, altar
building - includes craft sales, delicious food, and entertainment including
the traditional Aztec dance blessing and ceremony.
"The procession begins at CINCO PUNTOS at Cesar Chavez &
Lorena at 5:00PM, then proceeeds to SELF HELP GRAPHICS & ART building
located at 3802 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue & Gage."
The show features traditional and
other altars as well as work by local artists and Mexican folk art
commemorating this major holiday. The public is invited to a reception on
Saturday, October 7, from 2 - 6 P.M.
In honor of these dates, The Folk Tree annually invites Los Angeles artists
to assemble altars for people or events of significance to them. Highly
personal, these altars often include photographs and other mementos,
letters, candles and offerings of food. In addition to lost loved ones, in
the past artists have created altars for victims of tragedies and violence,
for well-known figures who have died, and for deceased pets.
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Info:
http://www.folktree.com/events.htm
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October 7 - November 4, 2006 |
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Hours are: M-W, 11-6; Th-Sat, 10-6; Sun, 12-5 |
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The Folk Tree, 217 South Fair Oaks Avenue, minutes
walking distance from the Gold Line's Del Mar station, and just south of
Old Pasadena. |
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Plume Norie's Day of the Dead in LA has a
large list of festivals from all around SoCal.
Head over to Boo News for more sources for even
more events.
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