What is All Souls Day and which religions celebrate after Halloween?

All Saints Day is almost here and religious people around the world will gather to celebrate the "Day of the Dead" to honor those who have passed by visiting cemeteries and sharing prayers

People light candles to honor the dead on All Saints Day (

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After the end of Halloween and All Saints Day, All Saints Day is the next event in the spooky calendar.

The day has been celebrated by people around the world for over 1,000 years and is celebrated on November 2 each year.

The Day of the Dead is also known as the commemoration of all the faithful departed and the Day of the Dead in some parts of the world.

But what is the Day of the Dead and which religions celebrate it?

Here's everything you need to know.

What is the Day of the Dead?

All Saints Day is November 2 (

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All Saints Day falls directly after All Saints Day, which occurs on November 1 after Halloween.

Like All Saints Day, All Saints Day is associated with Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in Latin America.

For many, this day is a time to come together and remember those who have passed away.

What religions celebrate All Saints Day?