The Day of the Dead, unlike Halloween, is traditional throughout México and many other parts of Latin America, with origins that date back to the pre-Columbian period. Essentially, it is a time to celebrate friends and family who have passed away. November 2 is the official date, but remembrances are observed from October 31 – November 2. During this time, families will often visit the gravesites of deceased relatives, or make ofrendas, “offerings” placed on small altars in their homes to honor the departed. The altars are often adorned with food or drinks favored by the lost loved one, as well as things like candles, photos, calaveras de azúcar (candies in the shape of skulls), pan de muerto (special Day of the Dead bread ) and cempasúchil flowers (Aztec marigolds). Catrina figures, female skeletons dressed in elaborately colorful costumes, are also a common sight during Day of the Dead celebrations, as well as being big sellers in many souvenir stores.

Speaking of costumes, dressing up is de rigeur at the area’s biggest and best Halloween parties, and  this October 31, Daikoku Restaurant is having a Halloween Costume Contest, Top three will receive a present.

Restaurant Pancho’s & Tequila Bar have two promotions, the first related to Halloween: get dinner in Restaurant Pancho’s and receive a Vampiro drink for free; the second is more related to The Day of the Dead, starting Oct. 30 through Nov 3rd, Pancho’s invite you to join their celebrations – enjoy free tequila tastes & treats, their beautiful “DIA DE MUERTOS” 4 DAYS ON A ROAD altar and a tequila flight (or two). Reservation recommended.

More information:  www.eventsloscabos.com/2015/10/restaurant-panchos-halloween-promotion/

More information: www.eventsloscabos.com/event/day-of-the-dead/

Solomon’s Landing will have a Halloween Costume Contest too this October 31 at 6:30 pm with prizes to the best costumes, special drinks and macabre live music.

Jack’s Bar & Grill will have a Costume Contest, prizes for the best costumes!

Captain Tony’s is having an amazing party for HALLOWEEN with live music and prizes for the best costumes.

Pez Gato invites you to it’s Halloween Party this October 31 from 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Include: National Bar Snacks Costume Contest Special Prizes A Great Party!!

Cuervo’s House will have a Skull Faces Contest and Live Music. Reservation required.
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Rotary Club invites you to his Altars Exibition and Catrinas Contest this October 31 at Amelia Wilkes Plaza from 5:00 P.M.