Monthly Events Flashcards
La Féria de Malaga
Celebration of the king and queens entrance into the city of Malaga in 1497
El Día de la Independencia
Independence Day for Spanish speaking countries from Spain
El 12 de Octubre
Heritage/culture day. Has different meanings in different countries.
Día de los Muertos
Day of the dead. A November holiday honoring the dead.
Las Navidades
A Christmas celebration on December 24/25 &/or January 6th
Año Nuevo
Celebrates the arrival of the New Year. Many different traditions, such as firecracker lighting and La Medianoche.
Carnaval
The festivity before Lent, occurring in February or March. Festivities include dancing and costumes.
Las Fallas
A weeklong festival in the city of Valencia Spain in March. Festivities include music, flowers, and ninots, giant wooden figures.
Semana Santa
A huge celebration lasting anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Includes religious processions and colored rugs.
Cinco de Mayo
A national holiday symbolizing Mexican unity
Inti Raymi
“Festival of the sun”. A June holiday celebrating the winter solstice.
Día de Simón Bolivar
A June holiday celebrating Simón Bolivar, who worked for South America’s independence from Spain
