Miami, Florida, October 13th, 2023
Press Release 24/23
THE CONSULATE GENERAL OF MEXICO IN MIAMI CELEBRATES
“DAY OF THE DEAD”
- In 2008 UNESCO declared the celebration as “Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity”
The Consulate General of Mexico in Miami and the city of Coral Gables celebrate the fourth edition of the renowned Mexican tradition of “Day of the Dead”, on Saturday, October 28th, from 4pm to 9pm. The event will be chaired by Alexia Núñez, the Acting Consul General, and Mayor Vince Lago.
The festivities includes a Catrinas and Catrines contest; indigenous and folkloric dances with Ayala Ballet, Tloke Nahuake, Ameyal and Ballet Folklorico Azteca; Mexican singers Norma Casillas and Julia Vari; the Rockenes group, Mariachi Mi México, and will conclude with a traditional parade. Likewise, visitors will be able to fully experience “Day of the Dead” with the display of crafts, and tastings of Mexico’s cuisine by Mexican entrepreneurs based in South Florida.
DAY: Saturday, October 28th
TIME: 4pm-9 pm
WHERE: City Hall
Biltmore Way @Coral Gables
The “Day of the Dead” tradition comes to life annually with the gathering of thousands of Mexicans, national and foreign tourists, on November 1st and 2nd. Throughout the country they come together both in homes and educational and cultural venues, to promote the colors and flavors of these customs through the creation of altars honoring the memory of loved ones who have passed away.
In this context, the Cultural Institute of Mexico in Miami (2555 Ponce de León Blvd., 5th floor, Coral Gables, FL.) in collaboration with the Rosellgallery and Black Tower galleries, will create an altar of the dead whose offering will be dedicated to the renowned Mexican artist Frida Kahlo, framed by the exhibition of paintings made by Latin American artists. The opening will be on October 26th and will be on display until November 7th, from 8am to 5pm.
Convocatorias:
- Reto de Altares 2023
https://ime.gob.mx/vinculacion/articulo/reto-altares-2023
- Concurso de Catrinas y Catrines
https://twitter.com/ConsulMexMia/status/1711826759925006618
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