VOICED : La fiesta de la Calabiuza se impone a Halloween en El Salvador

In Tonacatepeque, El Salvador, locals celebrate a unique festival called Calabiuza, blending pre-Hispanic and Christian traditions. Participants, dressed as skeletons, parade with creatively decorated carts. The event honors the dead joyfully, with a focus on cultural heritage. Vehicles are crafted from eco-friendly materials, and a jury awards prizes for creativity. The festival concludes with the distribution of pumpkin treats.

What is the main purpose of the celebration in Tonacatepeque?

• To commemorate a local hero

• To celebrate the Day of the Dead

• To honor Halloween

• To mark the beginning of spring

What is the cultural significance of the Calabiuza festival?

• It is a religious ceremony for the living

• It is a festival to welcome the harvest

• It is a joyful remembrance of the dead

• It is a modern celebration with no historical roots

What materials are used to create the festive atmosphere during the celebration?

• Plastic decorations

• Metal sculptures

• Artisanal and eco-friendly materials

• Synthetic fabrics

How are the carriages evaluated during the festival?

• By their speed

• By their creativity and visual impact

• By their historical accuracy

• By their size

What is distributed to the attendees at the end of the festival?

• Fireworks

• Traditional costumes

• Pumpkin treats

• Candy and sweets