In Gonaïves, the Guédés take to the streets for the Day of the Dead

More than a thousand people, dressed in purple and black, marched through the streets of Gonaïves on Sunday, November 1, 2026, for the Day of the Dead. Between vodou rituals, offerings at the large cross in the cemetery, performances by traditional groups, and moments of reflection, the celebration showcased the various dimensions of this day dedicated to the memory of the deceased.<\/strong><\/p>

Vodou songs echoed in the streets, with candles and tchatchas in hand, while black scarves, faces powdered white, and decorated sticks w