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FWB Day of the Dead Fest

  • When: Saturday, November 2, 2024,  2:00 pm -  8:00 pm
  • Location: Pepito's Mexican Restaurant - Fort Walton Beach, 67 Eglin Pkwy NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548
  • Cost: Free to attend. Some activities and food may have an additional cost.

Join us for a heartfelt and vibrant Day of the Dead celebration—a beautiful holiday to honor and remember our loved ones who have passed. This family-friendly event will be a time to gather, reflect, and celebrate life while keeping the memory of our ancestors alive.

What to Expect:
• Create Personal Altars: Bring photos, candles, and flowers to honor your loved ones on our community altar.
• Traditional Food Offerings: Share food with family and friends, as food is a central part of this holiday’s customs.
• Decorations and Symbols of Remembrance: Experience vibrant displays of skulls (calaveras), skeletons (calacas), and marigolds (cempasúchil), all symbolic reminders of the cycle of life and death.
• Toys and Candies for the Kids: Fun treats shaped like skulls and skeletons will be available, creating a fun, engaging environment for the entire family.

This event is a chance to come together as a community, remember those who came before us, and celebrate their lives with joy and love. All Are Welcome to participate in this cultural tradition—come dressed in vibrant colors and bring your offerings for the altar!
Let’s honor the past, celebrate the present, and create lasting memories as we keep the spirits of our loved ones close.

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  • Contact Phone: (512) 587-8136
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  • Category: Free

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