Top 4 Reasons On Why You Should Spend Christmas In Bucerias Mexico

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As the cold winter starts rolling in, a change of weather is starting to look more and more of a good idea!

And what better place to spend Christmas than the beautiful warm beaches of Bucerias Mexico! Bucerias is one of the most visited Nayarit destinations among national and international tourists alike. Visitors come in search of fun and relaxation in this pristine destination, known for its fine sandy beaches, tranquil surf, and colorful hotels and resorts. Not only does it have perfect weather (especially in the winter) and beautiful beaches but it also has a massive range of ecotourism activities and tours, as well as one of the most amazing gastronomic scenes in the country.

If you are looking for something different for Christmas this year then maybe give Mexico a chance. surround yourself with the natural beauty and tropical setting perfect for the holiday season!

Say goodbye to winter blues and have a great time with your family spending Christmas in Bucerias!

The Weather:

By the time December rolls around, the rainy season is over and there is a very low probability of rain happing. So Your tropical vacation awaits you. Bucerias has the perfect warm weather during the day and nice cool nights.

Activities For The Families:

Bucerias is known for its amazing variety of exciting activities. From simple days at the beach, sailing, and ATV rides, to fun days at the jungle zip lines. Bucerias has plenty of opinions that you and the whole family can enjoy!

Whale Season:

Winter in Bucerias also means the arrival of the humpback whales! Whale watching should be on the top of everyone’s bucket list! Every winter enormous humpback whales arrive in the Bay of Banderas to give birth and mate. During their stay, they love to leap from the waters and flop back to the surface with an almighty crash, sending water in all directions. Being able to watch this extraordinary spectacle up-close is a humbling, often emotional, experience.

There are many tour companies that offer tours and close-up encounters!

Christmas Traditions in Mexico:

  • 12 December: Day of the Virgin of Guadalupe (Dia de la Virgin de Guadalupe)

    Dia de la Virgen de Guadalupe is a religious feast that is held on the 12 of December every year.

    Mexican pilgrims from all over the country travel to the Basilica of Guadalupe, a church located in the heart of Mexico City, to visit la Virgen Morena – the Virgin Mary.

    Afterwards, fireworks are set off, parades fill the streets and live musical performances take place throughout the city.

    The popular Christmastime food, buñuelos are sold by the dozen from street vendors, or made in many families’ kitchens.

  • 16-24 December: Las Posadas

From the 16th to the 24th Children walk from house to house singing the traditional Las Posadas song and asking homeowners to let them in.

Every night, the processions end at a different house for a fiesta, with an abundance of food, drink, and, of course, piñatas.

  • 24 December: Christmas Eve (Nochebuena)

Nochebuena means “good night” which means Christmas Eve in Spanish. On this day many families around Mexico attend midnight mass followed by a family dinner.

  • 25 December: Christmas Day (Navidad)

There are candle-lit processions, elaborate nativity scenes, Spanish Christmas carols, dancing, and fireworks. While traditions like Christmas trees and Santa Claus have found a place in Mexican festivities, the holiday celebrations are firmly rooted in Spanish and indigenous culture.

  • 28 December: Day of the Sainted Innocents (Dia de los Santos Inocentes)

  • 6 January: Three Kings Day (Dia de Los Tres Reyes Magos)

Dia de Reyes is Three Kings’ Day, and this is when children in Mexico receive gifts to symbolize those brought by the Three Wise Men.

Families and friends will also share a customary Rosca de Reyes, a sweet bread baked in the shape of a wreath. There are baby Jesus figurines hidden inside the wreath, and whoever finds one is expected to host the Dia de la Candelaria party on 2 February.

  • 2 February: Candlemas (La Candelaria)

Dia de la Candelaria marks the end of Mexico’s Christmas celebrations. On this day, local people will take their Christ figurines to church to receive a blessing.

Afterwards, everyone heads to the house of the person who found the baby Jesus inside the Rosca de Reyes for a Mexican-style feast, which often includes tamales.