what is christmas in mexico called

The Christmas celebration in Mexico is called "Navidad" or "Noche Buena." It is a festive and colorful holiday filled with traditions, customs, and celebrations. On Christmas Eve, families gather together for a special dinner, typically including tamales and other traditional dishes. After dinner, they attend a midnight mass or attend "Misa de Gallo," a Christmas Eve mass. Children leave their shoes out for Santa Claus, or in this case, "El Niño Dios," who comes during the night and leaves gifts for them. On Christmas Day, families exchange presents and enjoy a day filled with music, dancing, and games