Madrid hosts four Day of the Dead altars

Free installations across Madrid celebrate the Mexican tradition with unique displays at El Retiro and CentroCentro until early November.

is hosting four Day of the Dead altars for the All Saints' Day weekend, located at , Palacio de Cristal de Arganzuela, CentroCentro, and . Created with Fundación Casa de México, these free installations are open to the public.

Visitors can explore Fer Feres's Mictlán tunnel at El Retiro or the botanical tribute at Arganzuela until 2 November. CentroCentro features a white and silver design, while the Fernán Gómez altar, dedicated to the Generation of '27, remains open until 8 November.

Recognised by as Intangible Cultural Heritage, this tradition centres on 2 November. Beyond the displays, the Fernán Gómez theatre provides free decoration workshops, though visitors must register via their website to participate in these sessions.


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