List: Día de los Muertos events in western Washington

Nov. 1 and Nov. 2 mark a two-day holiday when the souls of deceased loved ones are welcomed to return and visit with family.

SEATTLE — A celebration of death and life represented by bright colors and beautiful displays of candles and photos begins at midnight on Nov. 1.

The two-day holiday – Día de los Muertos or Day of the Dead – originated as a celebrations by the Aztecs in Mexico.

While the traditions have long been honored in Mexico and several Latin American countries – the holiday has become part of many global celebrations.

In Mexico, there are parades, dancing,

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