Halloween and the Mexican Music Scene, Ajijic, Mexico

It’s that time of year again that we think of ghosts and goblins and the big kids (50 -92 years of age) in Ajijic, Mexico had a monster ball at La Tasca Restaurant and bar.

The costumes were amazing, the music terrific and the food and service was great. We danced and sang along with our very own Ajijic “ Tall Boys”. They are a testament that we don’t get old, we just get better!!

If you were not At La Tasca you could not imagine how much fun it was!!

However - to enjoy a bit of the La Tasca evening, join the TallBoys, and some of the happy patrons by clicking on the link below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIoUrSmZpDk ( and 20 plus other videos about Mexico events)

The Mexicans get in the spirit (sorry about the pun) as Walmart and other stores have costumes and all things Hallowe’en (Dia de Bruha-wiches’ day). For the serious costume buffs there are some super costume stores in Guadalajara. The Mexicans traditionally celebrate in a different way and many of us foreigners attend their festivities.

The Day of the Dead is a 3 day celebration and starts on November 1st, the day to remember angelitos (little angels), children who died in infancy. It is also Dia de Todos los Santos (All Saints Day).

November 2nd is reserved for older children and adults (Dia de los Fieles Difuntos- Day of the Faithful Dead). Families return to the camposanto (Holy Ground). The grave sites have been cleaned up and decorated with votive candles, floral offerings of large colourful wreaths and crosses. Memorabilia of the departed one is part of the Altares de Muertos (memorial alters). At the alters the family and friends honour lost loved ones with prayers, feasting, lively music and shared memories. We plan to attend the Calle 5 de Mayo, Chapala celebration. The street is lined with family alters for 3 blocks or so. You may be offered food and drink as you stroll the street. It really is magical. Foreigners new to the area may find this odd, but after you have been here a while you understand that for the Mexicans it is a loving tribute to the departed and a way to temper the grief that they feel. Why not remember those who were dear to you?

To See the complete, TallBoy’s video on You Tube: “Tall Boys Band – Somewhere in Mexico”.