Day of the Dead Celebration: 2014 Day of the Dead Celebration

All over Mexico, early in November, families gather to welcome the souls of the dead on their annual visit home. The smells of burning copal incense and pungent cempasúchil (marigolds) mingle with the aromas of fresh bread, new clothing, sweets, and candles. One of Mexico's most important festivals since prehispanic times, the Day of the Dead is an occasion for celebrating and feasting, cleaning and decorating graves, dancing and making music.

Felipa's beloved grandmother, Abuelita, has died. Felipa misses her terribly and is very sad. Her parents tell her that the souls of the dead live on forever. So Felipa decides to find Abuelita's soul. But where is it? She treks many miles to the highest mountain, but grandmother's soul is nowhere to be found. Then, months later, the entire village is bustling with preparations for the Day of the Dead. Felipa joins in the celebrations honoring loved ones who have died, and in the process finally finds Abuelita's soul.