Hispanic/Latin American Holidays

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Holiday festival depicted in the image?

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La Tomatina

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This image represents the holiday of...

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Day of the Dead

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This country's flag indicates its Independence Day.

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Mexican Independence Day

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Popular island parade in NYC.

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Puerto Rican Day Parade

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Festival commemorating citizens defeating the French Army.

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Cinco De Mayo

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Festival that can be dangerous due to bull horns.

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Fiesta de San Fermin

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Focus of the fiesta: creation & destruction of ninots (puppets) - large statues made of cardboard, wood, paper-mâché, and plaster. Themes often mock corrupt politicians & celebrities. One ninot is spared each year by popular vote.

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Las Fallas

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Magi followed a star to Bethlehem for 12 days, presenting gifts to baby Jesus. Who are they known as?

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Three Kings Day

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Extended holiday celebrated in Spain the week before Easter.

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Semana Santa

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Holiday celebrated before Christmas in Hispanic culture.

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Nochebuena