Watsonville's Dia De Muertos

This year, our ceremony was blessed with approximately 200 attendees.

In attendance:

• 5 sauhmadoras/malintzines (fire-keepers)
• 5 atecocollis (conch)
• 14 huehuets (drums)
• 40 group representatives

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Kalpulli Ehecacoatl held their ceremony November 15, 2025 at Watsonville's Romo park. This event is a yearly public commemoration that incorporates the rich tradition of indigenous cultures of Mexico. Multiple Aztec dance groups from different parts of California performed meaningful dances in honor of the deceased. This ceremony welcomed all community members interested in learning and experiencing this cultural ceremony.

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The arch of our ceremony represents the horizon sky. Like the horizon sky, we can observe bright orange and red colors. Additionally, hanging flowers and adornments will represent stars. This transition of day into night is representative of our natural cycle of life and death.

We are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming support that made our event possible. Every member of our group went above and beyond, donating not only endless hours of hard and skilled work but also critical elements like the altar, informative booth, and the shared meal. Furthermore, small local businesses and stores stepped up with invaluable donations. Our deepest thanks to all; your contributions were the foundation of our success.

*A special thanks to Adela Naranjo who donated items as a community member

Santa Cruz YARR participated in our event and provided essential information to our community!

"Kalpulli Ehecacoatl" is a name rich in meaning, derived from Nahuatl concepts. Our name combines "Kalpulli" which can be translated as a learning community or a place of ceremonial gathering, with "Ehecacoatl" meaning serpent of the wind.

"Ehecatl" (wind) represents our first breath at birth and symbolizes abundance, as the wind is the force that brings life-giving rain clouds.

Coatl (serpent) represents movement, transformation, and knowledge.

Kalpulli Ehecacoatl's mission is to offer a safe and inclusive space, where each member is essential to strengthen our community and teach traditions to future generations through dance, music and culture.

Kalpulli Ehecacoatl's vision is to preserve the traditions of indigenous cultures from Mexico and create positive and healthy changes in the community.

Kalpulli Ehecacoatl prides itself in providing services for its members including dance classes and workshops at no cost. Your donation will help our non-profit organization to continue its services, provide materials for traditional regalia, cultural and educational workshops, and a safe space for all participants.