Halloween is one of the oldest holidays and is celebrated in different and unique ways all around the world. Here in the US we commonly associate Halloween with odd costumes, candy, and trick or treating. However, in Mexico Halloween takes on a whole new meaning. In fact, it doesn’t even have the same name. In Mexico Halloween is called Dia de la Brujas which is the day for children and is followed by Dia de los Muertos which means day of the dead.
Dia de la Brujas more closely resembles how we celebrate Halloween and this is the day for the children in Mexico. Most people don’t know much about this day because it is overshadowed by Dia de los Muertos. What’s different about the trick or treating in Mexico is that when the children go to the houses they don’t say “trick or treat?” Instead they say “Queremos Halloween!” which translates to we want Halloween.
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It is a period of time dedicated to loved ones who have passed away. But unlike the name suggests, it lasts more than just one day. The holiday begins on October 31st and lasts until November 2nd. This is a very festive and important holiday in Mexican culture because this is where it originated. There are many different components to how this day is celebrated.
The specifics of how the Day of the Dead is celebrated changes from family to family. But overall they celebrate with food, drinks, parties, and games or activities their loved ones enjoyed in life. The reasoning for this holiday is that the deceased would be insulted by moping and mourning the loss instead of being happy and enjoying life.
This holiday dates back to over 3,000 years ago and will continue to be celebrated for countless years to