Haitians have their own version called Fèt Gede, or “Festival of the Dead,” that incorporates Vodou traditions. Many Catholics attend a special mass on “All Souls Day,” which offers prayers for the departed along with a trip to the cemetery after ...

Día de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday of mourning and remembrance that is celebrated in Mexico, parts of Latin America and the United States on November 1 and November 2. Its origins date back centuries from a Mexica (often referred to as Aztec) ritual known as "Miccaihuitl,

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is coming to an end. Celebrated Nov. 1 and Nov. 2, it marks a very special time in Mexican culture, as families remember loved ones who’ve passed away. The Commotion Dance Theater in Rochester highlighted the holiday with a variety of dances,