Thursday, October 24, 2013

Dia de Los Muertos in the Twin Cities



Midtown Global Market
Every year the Midtown Global Market in Minneapolis celebrates Día de los Muertos during the first week of November.  This year the festivities occur from October 27-November 2.  This is one of Minneapolis' best kept secrets in free and fun entertainment.  


On Sunday, October 27 there will be traditional Aztec dancing from noon until 3pm.

On Wednesday, pre-schoolers can celebrate by making a skull from 10:30am until 1pm.

The event closes on Sunday from noon until 6pm with a Pan de Muertos demonstrations, mariachi music, and other activities.

Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Offrendas built by local students will be featured.from October 22-November 24.  Their displays are the product of their study of the art and culture of Mexico.

Minnesota History Museum
This year the Minnesota History Museum in St. Paul is also honoring Día de los Muertos with an exhibit and program on Saturday, October 26 from 12pm-4pm.  This celebration features dance, music, and offrendas.  The schedule of events for the day is found on their website.  http://www.minnesotahistorycenter.org/events-programs/day-dead

El Burrito Mercado
This Mexican restaurant in St. Paul will have a free celebration on Saturday, November 2.  This is a great opportunity to check out the offrenda and hear restaurant owner Milissa Diaz describe it's meaning.  You will also be able to try Pan de Muertos and kids can get their faces painted.
 

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