When Pauline Alvarado thinks about the Christmases of her childhood, she remembers the whole family packed in the kitchen making tamales. She remembers her little hands kneading masa dough, wiping ...

As Christmas Day approaches, there are several traditions deeply rooted in Latin culture that take place, and one of them is “pastorelas”. Pastorelas are theatrical performances that combine dialogue, ...

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ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The ROC Holiday Village hosted Three Kings Day on Sunday, celebrating a significant Christian holiday in Hispanic communities, particularly in Puerto Rico. The event was organized by ...

A small group of people sings from printed sheets during a gathering of the Universidad Popular Posada in San Marcos on Dec. 19, 2025. (Photo by Zoë Meyers/For CalMatters) This story was originally ...

Victoria’s Bakery-Deli in Redding, California, is a family-run business specializing in authentic Mexican pastries and foods. The bakery experiences high demand for tamales during the Christmas season ...

Swap the snow for sand and celebrate Christmas and New Year’s in Cancún with cultural traditions, beachfront festivities and experiences sure to create a memorable holiday. Parque Las Palapas is the ...

BEAUMONT, Texas — For the Hispanic community in Beaumont, the Christmas season officially began Wednesday with the celebration of Las Posadas, a tradition rooted in faith, family and hospitality.

Mexican Christmas traditions met joyful, slightly chaotic daytime TV magic when Thalía joined Kelly Clarkson to celebrate early Día de los Reyes, also known as Three Kings Day. The result was a ...

¡Feliz Nochebuena! Whether you're celebrating with a lechon, playing "Mi Burrito Sabanero" on repeat, or patiently waiting for El Niño Jesus, Nochebuena is finally here. For many American families, ...