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Dalvian’s Halloween Draws Families to ‘La Llorona’ Show as Neighborhood Tradition Deepens

The Barrio Dalvian tradition prioritizes creativity over costly spectacle.

Overview

  • Carolina Sanchi’s house, La Llorona, capped Halloween night with a family show that drew large crowds on Oct. 31 at 7 p.m. at Cerro Catedral 932.
  • This year’s program featured new characters known as almas negras and a live Mamá Imelda performance by singer Juliana Guerci, including the song La Llorona.
  • La Llorona won the neighborhood’s best-decoration contest in 2024 and has become a staple stop for photos, treats, games and short performances.
  • Residents describe Halloween in Dalvian as a multigenerational, low-cost, neighbor-led celebration with decorated streets and children trick-or-treating.
  • Local fixture Mario Crespo, who calls himself the Conde del Dalvian, marked roughly three decades of participating as a playful host figure.