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Day of the Dead 2022 in Puerto Vallarta: The complete guide to Día de Muertos

Día de Muertos is a Mexican holiday, which translates to “Day of the Dead,” that is celebrated in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and around the country, to remember those who have died.

While Día de Muertos is often confused with Halloween, the day is actually different from the U.S. holiday as Halloween creates fear of death while the Mexican holiday celebrates those who have passed on and are excited about their return.

Celebrations for Día de Muertos in Puerto Vallarta start on, or around, Oct. 23, but the actual holiday is on . . .

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