Pictures from Day of the Dead celebrations around the world

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Skeletons and skulls - know as calaveras - are probably the most recognisable symbols of the Day of the Dead, but are meant as a way to honour and celebrate the dead, rather than to be spooky!
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A lady is dressed as La Catrina, the iconic skeleton feature associated with Dia de los Muertos.
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Xoloitzcuintles - a Mexican hairless dog - is another popular symbol you might see during celebrations this weekend. Here's a picture of a huge papier-mâché one at a square in Mexico City!
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The Catrinas Parade begins the Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico City.
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A group of women watched on as the Parade of the Catrinas made its way through Mexico's capital.
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There was also a big parade in Florida where children took part - singing, dancing and wearing traditional costumes.
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You've probably spotted these flowers in lots of celebrations! Well, they're called Marigold flowers, and they're another iconic symbol of Day of the Dead. They date back to Aztec times, when they were thought to help guide the souls of the dead back to the living.
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Celebrations also took place in London this weekend. These women were spotted dancing as La Catrinas outside Kings Cross Station.
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The occasion also featured traditional costumes, music and dancing.
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The occasion was also marked at the F1 Grand Prix in Mexico City over the weekend. Here, one fan is holding posters of McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri ahead of the race, with their faces done Catrina-style.

28 October 2025

At the start of November, many people in Mexico and around the world celebrate Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead.

Day of the Dead is a festival that celebrate the cycle of life and death.

People often paint their faces to look like skulls, and parades bursting with colour are held, often featuring vibrant orange marigold flowers.

Although the festival takes place on the first two days of November, festivities have already begun in Mexico City, London and even at the F1!

Check out some of the best picture from around the world so far, and then test your knowledge with our quiz!

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