About this Event
Celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with a Sugar Skull Decorating Workshop at Brentwood Mall Plaza in Burnaby. This hands-on activity invites children and adults to decorate their own traditional Mexican calaveras de azúcar (sugar skulls) using icing, glitter, beads, and bright colors.
Beyond being a creative experience, sugar skulls carry deep cultural symbolism. They represent the fragility and beauty of life and are placed on ofrendas (altars) to honor and celebrate deceased loved ones during Día de los Muertos.
What You’ll Learn
- The history and cultural significance of sugar skulls
- The meaning behind colors and decorative patterns
- Step-by-step decoration of your own sugar skull
- How sugar skulls are used in Day of the Dead traditions
Who Can Join?
This workshop is family-friendly and open to all ages. It’s perfect for families, students, and community members who want to learn about Mexican traditions while engaging in a fun and creative activity.
Latin American Heritage Month (LAHM) Festival is an annual celebration in BC that highlights the rich cultural diversity, traditions, and contributions of Latin American communities. Organized by , a non-profit that connects Latin American and Canadian cultures, the festival runs from the middle of October to the beginning of November and features a variety of activities, including music, dance performances, film screenings, art exhibitions, and culinary experiences.
For more details, visit the official page at . There, you’ll find the full schedule, event locations, and highlights of the celebration
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Brentwood Plaza, 4501 Lougheed Highway, Burnaby, Canada
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