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The Day of the Dead Festival celebrates culture, art, history, and community. Bring the whole family on November 1, 2026, and experience the richness of Mexican culture with food, activities, entertainment, and more. Tickets are free, but space is limited, so book early.<\/p>\n

Day of the Dead Festival:<\/h2>\n

Date:<\/strong> November 1, 2026
\nTime:<\/strong> 5 – 9 PM
\nVenue:<\/strong> Fonda Fora
\nAddress:<\/strong> 630 4 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
\nWebsite:<\/strong> www.casamexico.ca<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Day of the Dead Festival celebrates culture, art, history, and community. Bring the whole family on November 1, 2026, and experience the richness of Mexican culture with food, activities, entertainment, and more. Tickets are free, but space is limited, so book early. Day of the Dead Festival: Date: November
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