Dia De Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Mexican cultural celebration where people pay tribute to their deceased loved ones with intricate makeup designs.
The celebration, observed from November 1-2, is not directly related to Halloween, despite coinciding with the spooky holiday. However, the ornate makeup looks are often showcased on this day due to their elaborate designs.
Día de los Muertos is a day to honor your ancestors and your deceased loved ones and to welcome them back with altars of their favorite things, pictures, candles, and marigolds.
According to MUA artist Judith Batista, the celebration involves creating altars with the deceased's favorite items, sharing stories, and displaying their favorite foods.
Author's summary: Dia De Los Muertos honors the dead with ornate makeup and altars.