Hundreds gathered Saturday at Galveston County Courthouse for the fourth annual Dia de Los Muertos Fall Fiesta, celebrating loved ones with colorful altars, marigolds, and offerings, in a joyful tribute to the lasting impact of those who’ve passed.
At the fourth annual Dia de los Muertos Fall Fiesta, which took place on Saturday at the Galveston County Courthouse, hundreds of locals gathered to celebrate life and pay tribute to the memories of those who had passed away.
At the event that was held this year, which was hosted by the League of United Latin American Citizens Council No. 151, there was a colorful altar that was covered with marigolds, skulls that had been decorated, and offerings. On the altar, members of the community placed photographs of individuals who had died away. The custom, which is observed all over Mexico on November 1st and 2nd, acknowledges the enduring impact of people who have passed on but have left a positive and enduring impression on those who are still alive.
Participants immersed themselves in the spirit of the occasion, which places an emphasis on happy remembering rather than solemn grief, by decorating their homes with vibrant decorations, listening to traditional music, and dancing. There was a connection between the local community and a long-standing tradition that was established through the festival, which acted as a bridge between generations by allowing families to share their tales, memories, and cultural heritage.
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