Los Angeles — The nine nights of Novenario processions through the Olvera Street Mexican market drew hundreds of costumed participants.
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Los Angeles — A cyclist pauses to watch the Olvera Street procession.
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Los Angeles — Participants received sweet bread and coffee at the conclusion of the procession.
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Los Angeles — A girl, amid costumes, is ready for the Olvera Street procession.
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Los Angeles — A mask hangs over one of the altars during the 11th annual Día de Los Muertos celebration Saturday at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
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Los Angeles — Leticia Salazar, left, and Maria Ledezma pose beside their altar.
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Los Angeles — Shadows from Anoushka Arden's decorations dance across a tomb.
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Los Angeles — An Aztec blessing takes place on the main stage during the Día de Los Muertos activities at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
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Los Angeles — Jeannine Thorpe poses for a portrait.
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Los Angeles — An altar honoring the deceased is illuminated by the setting sun.
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Los Angeles — Johanna Aguilar created an elaborate paper-mâché altar in honor of her grandmother Elvira Delgado.
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Los Angeles — A participant uses sage as a way of purifying herself before a procession Saturday at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
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Los Angeles — Debbie Rankin dresses up for the occasion. Having driven by the celebration for many years, Rankin decided that this year she would take part.
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