How do Hispanics celebrate their cultural holidays in the US?

Hispanic cultural holidays are celebrated with great enthusiasm in the US. Immigrants from Latin America have brought their rich cultural heritage with them, and many of their traditions have been adopted by mainstream American culture.

Among the most popular cultural festivities, there is the Day of the Dead (Día de Los Muertos), which is a Mexican holiday that celebrates the lives of deceased relatives and loved ones. This day is filled with colorful decorations, costumes, altars, ofrendas, and food offerings, such as pan de muerto and sugar skulls.

Another important Hispanic holiday is Christmas, which involves a variety of customs, such as the Posadas, Navidad, and the Three Wise Men (Los Tres Reyes Magos) celebrations. During these festivities, people enjoy singing villancicos, decorating their homes and streets with lights, and engaging in religious-related activities.

Other Hispanic holidays celebrated in the US include Cinco de Mayo, which celebrates the Mexican victory over the French army in the Battle of Puebla, and Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15 and highlights the contributions that Hispanic Americans have made to American society.