Las Posadas has countless regional variations, but commonly features a nightly procession that reenacts Mary and Joseph’s search for lodging before the birth of Jesus. In many places the processions are led by children dressed as angels or other biblical figures and carrying images of Mary and Joseph. The group makes its way through the town, visiting homes to ask for lodging with songs and scripture readings. Each night ends with a party at a host’s house or at church following mass.
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