Mexican Fiesta
Traditionally fiestas are large public events that bring together an entire community in a celebratory mood. A typical fiesta will include parades, beauty pageants, various contests, competitive sports like football, fireworks, lots of singing, dancing and music and traditional food. People dress up in ethnic and elaborate costumes. Colorful decorations are put up, including lanterns, lights and streamers. Religious festivals include candles and praying.
A unique feature to the Mexican fiesta is the pinata. Made of papier mache, it is filled with candy, toys and gifts and is then hung up high from the ceiling or a tree branch. People take turns hitting it while blindfolded until it breaks open and the gifts inside fall out.
