Posadas take place from December 16th to 24th to commemorate the 9 days it took Mary and Joseph to reach the stable where the baby Jesus was born. Follow this step-by-step guide to learn how to organize a Christmas Posada.
Start with the procession through the houses, divide your guests into two groups, the first will be the ones asking for shelter from outside the house, distribute candles and light them.
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The second group will be inside the house to respond to the songs from the book of litanies.
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Fill the piñata with fruits and hang it in the yard, your guests should form a line and take turns hitting the piñata.
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Treat your guests to a delicious punch or some tasty tamales to end the event.