Mariachi Tarasco and Mariachi Incomparables will lead our traditional candle-lit procession with giant puppets through Petaluma.

Following the Procession will be a performance at 7:30 pm by Ballet Folkloric Netzahualcoyotl of Marin County which was founded in 1996 by director Netza Vidal, a professionally trained dancer from Nayarit, Mexico.

Under his direction, this innovative and theatrical body of dancers has developed a stylized touch to enhance the traditional elements of Mexican danzas while retaining the folkloric value of these forms. For many years the highest goal of the Ballet Folklorico Netzahualcoyotl has been to research our folklore and share with the world some of Mexico's most prized gifts: its dances, customs and traditions! They have been gracing El Dia de los Muertos Petaluma’s celebrations for seven years.

Tamales and hot chocolate will be available for purchase at the St. Vincent de Paul Church Plaza.

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