New Years Day is celebrated on the first of January as it is in the United States. New Years Day is a national holiday in Mexico.
The day celebrates the creation on the Mexican Constitution on February fifth, 1917. This is celebrated on the first Monday of February each year.
This day is in commemoration of one of Mexico's most beloved political figures. Benito Juárez was a famous liberal reformer and nationalist, who served briefly as President before dying suddenly of a heart attack. This day is celebrated on the third Monday of March.
This is a Catholic religious holiday marking the Last Supper. It is customary to go to church on this day. The washing of feet is commonly a focal point of the service. This day is celebrated on the Thursday before Easter.
This is a Christian religious week that encompasses Good Friday and Easter. Church services and dying of eggs are common traditions. Another custom is breaking colored eggs filled with glitter over the heads of friends and family.
On the fifth of May, Mexicans celebrate the defeat of the French army at Puebla de los Angeles in 1862. This was a key moment in the Mexican struggle for independence.
Although frequently confused with Cinco de Mayo, Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on the 16th of September. This is that day Mexico declared its independence from Spain. On the night of the 15th the President of Mexico rings the bell of the National Palace. This begins the celebration that continues all day on the 16th. The common cry is "Viva Mexico!" meaning long, live, Mexico.
On October 12th, Columbus Day is celebrated in Mexico. This day used largely as a Mexican heritage day, with the focus being on the civilizations of Mexico at the time of it's discovery by Europe.
Catholic and Pre-Columbian religions converge on Dia de los Muertos. This takes place on the second of November, and is a fun occasion with skeleton shaped candies and picnics in graveyards. The picnic is to spend time with loved ones who have died.
This holiday, celebrated on the 15th of November, commemorates the revolution to overthrow the rule of General Diaz in 1910.
Christmas Day is a national holiday in Mexico. The celebration is much the same as it is in other parts of the world, however, gift giving is left for the sixth of January, to commemorate the gifts the three wise men gave Jesus.
