The Hispanic Holiday Tradition

 Spaniards brought Christmas tradition to Mexico.  New Years Day comes and there is traditionally a Miso De Gallo or mid-night mass that in attended. This is a mass in which thanks is given for all the blessings received through out the year as well as to pray for the blessings for the year to come. At midnight mass in held in celebration and to welcome the coming of the New Year.

 The Hispanic Tradition of celebrating the Three King’s Day or El Dia De Los Tres Magos actually holds its roots in Catholic Traditions.

 Posada was once a very unique and special Christmas tradition in Mexico and though slightly changed due to the times remains a very valid tradition in Mexico. Posada is celebrated nine days before Christmas Eve.

The Last Day Of Posada  The last day of Posada is followed by La Noche Buena or the good night. This is a day, in which all who celebrate, Christmas celebrate the night of the birth of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Family gathers and attends Misa de Noche Buena or the midnight mass in this day. After the midnight mass, the family, as well as close friends of the family, return to one of the family’s houses and celebrates with a huge feast prepared and provided by all.