Last night was the annual Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) parade in San Francisco. And while Monday night’s All Souls Day turnout was lower than last year’s weekend event, it remains one of my favorite events in the city.
Of course there are the ubiquitous burner-style art cars and random political protests that are all too synonymous with this city, but at the core of the event lies a deep meaning that is difficult to explain. I found myself drawn almost to tears looking at the beautiful altars in Garfield Park, and yet moments later chuckling at an overheard phrase or group of musicians playing a catchy tune.
Unfortunately, this year I too had an all-too-fresh loss to mourn, so maybe that brought the event even closer to my heart. But one cannot deny the power of celebrating the good that one brought to life, in such a colorful setting.
Below, I present you with some images from the night.
This post is dedicated to the memory, passion, and contributions of Vinay Venkatesh—who was a contributor to this magazine, and beloved by his friends, family, and members of the programming community at large. Thank you for all the good you brought to the world in your short time here. Rest In Peace.
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