When Is Las Posadas 2026?
Las Posadas begins Wednesday, December 16, 2026 and continues for nine nights through December 24. This Mexican and Latin American tradition reenacts Mary and Joseph's search for lodging ("posada") before Jesus's birth, with processions, candlelit gatherings, and festive food each night leading up to Christmas Eve.
Hosting a Posada
Traditional elements include piñatas, candles (luminarias), ponche (warm fruit punch), and tamales. If you're planning to host or join a posada this year, we've gathered popular decorations and party supplies below.