TEXAS, USA — This article will be continually updated as we learn of more events.
In the month of December, Latin American countries have their own unique traditions to celebrate the holidays. In Colombia, the holiday season begins with Día de las Velitas, where families light candles to honor the Virgin Mary and her Immaculate Conception. In Mexico, the Posadas is the reenactment of Joseph and Mary looking for shelter on their way to Bethlehem.
Throughout the month, several organizations in the metroplex have events to celebrate these traditions.
WFAA has compiled a list of these events.
Winter tradition in Latin America
When: Dec. 6 at 12 p.m.
Where: Virtual
Explore the different traditions in Latin America during the winter.
Ponche Tutoríal
When: Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.
Where: Virtual
Learn to make the traditional ponche, or fruit punch, with one of Anita N. Martinez Ballet Folklorico's own artists.
Cena en el Barrio
When: Dec. 11 at 7 am
Where: 3677 Mapleshade Ln, Plano, TX 75075
Join LULAC District 3 for the 17th Annual Cena en el Barrio. For the past 17 years, LULAC, in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) and the HEB Grocery Co., has packaged and delivered packages of food to some of the most impoverished families and senior citizens in North Texas through the annual Cena en el Barrio food distribution event. Volunteers are also needed.
Feria De Cali Dallas
When: Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.
Where: 15203 Midway Rd, Addison, TX 75001
This year will feature food, shows, live music, and a candle day celebration.
Lucha Libre
When: Dec. 11 at 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Where: Oak Cliff Cultural Center, 223 W Jefferson Blvd Dallas, TX 75208
An art exhibition that explores the world of Mexican-style professional wrestling. Curated by Dallas artist and curator Jose Vargas.
Feast of Our Lady Guadalupe
When: Dec. 11 at 10 p.m.
Where: 2215 Ross Ave, Dallas
Mass in Spanish will begin at 10 p.m. It will be followed by a performance by Matlachines at 11:30 p.m. and las mañaitas sung at 6:30 a.m.
Posada
When: Dec. 12 at 4 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Where: Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St., Dallas
Celebrate Guadalupe the Virgin
When: Dec. 12 at 1:15 p.m.
Where: Cathedral of Hope, 5910 Cedar Springs Rd., Dallas, TX 75235
Every year, millions of Latinx peoples recall the story of Juan Diego, an indigenous person who miraculously experienced an apparition of the Virgin Mary in December of 1531.
The Three Wise Men
When: Dec. 13 at 12 p.m.
Where: Virtual
Learn about the tradition and history of the Three Wise Men.
2nd Annual lights en el Barrio
When: Dec. 18 at 6 p.m.
Where: 5227 Nomas St. Dallas, 75212
A drive-thru display of lights on Nomas St. with Christmas Caroling, food, gifts, and more.
