Do it yourself activities
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Make Traditional Buñuelos
Check out this wonderful easy recipe that you make at home that is perfect for the last day of Las Posadas. These deep fried delicacies go perfectly with your favorite hot drink! -
Posadas Coloring Page
Download coloring page. Print, color and cut. The backside has a little explanation about the holiday.
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Posadas Letter to the three Kings
Write a letter to the three kings, letting them know what you wish for this holiday!
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Las Posadas traditions
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Parade for Nine Nights
Every night a procession weaves through the streets of the town, with kids and adults dressed as Mary and Joseph, shepherds or the three wise men. Some people carry candles, as well as pictures or even statues of Mary and Joseph. -
Knock on Doors to Find Shelter
The procession stops at several houses along the way to ask if there’s a space for them to stay, but sadly they keep being turned away until the last house offers shelter, and then the celebrations begins with el ponch (punch), candy and fruits bags and a seven stared piñata!
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Celebrate the Final Night
Everyone attends a midnight mass called Misa de Gallo, or Mass of the Rooster, to celebrate the arrival of Jesus. Songs are sung, and a doll of baby Jesus is cradled and passed around the crowd. Afterwards the community gathers together for a meal and fireworks.