10/15/2026
Every year, as we get closer to the end of October, we are reminded how powerful it is to remember the people who are no longer walking this earth. In Mexican and Mayan tradition, Día de los Mu***os and Hanal Pixán are not about fear or darkness — they’re about love, memory, and keeping our ancestors close.
And for anyone who’s ever seen my or my husband’s sugar skull tattoos and thought they were “evil” or “scary,” let me say this clearly:
Sugar skulls are not symbols of death — they’re symbols of life remembered. They honor the belief that as long as we speak their names and tell their stories, there is no final death.
In both Día de los Mu***os and Mayan Hanal Pixán, the marigold — cempasúchil — is the guiding flower. Its bright orange petals and strong scent are believed to create a path that helps our loved ones find their way back home. The color represents the sun, and the fragrance is said to call the spirits, reminding them that they are welcome, remembered, and still part of our lives.
October 31 — Día de los Angelitos
A day for the children who passed too soon. We offer sweets, toys, and light to guide their spirits home.
November 1 — Día de los Difuntos
A day to honor adults who have passed. We cook their favorite foods and fill the space with memories.
November 2 — Día de los Mu***os
A celebration of all souls — altars glowing with candles, marigolds, photos, and offerings.
Just like the Mayan tradition of Hanal Pixán — “food for the souls” — these three days open a doorway between worlds. It’s not spooky. It’s beautiful. It’s family. It’s love that refuses to fade.
I’m sharing this on my personal page, but also on our business page, because so many customers ask about the meaning behind the season. And I want our community to know:
This celebration is about honoring life, not fearing death.
…..Maybe it’s because we were both born in October, but this celebration has always felt like part of our bones — a deeper connection to our culture, our families, and the people we carry with us.
D. CetzGonzales
Founder & CoOwner
Casa Maya Fusion Bakery & Salsa Kitchen
A family owned small business