Easter traditions in Mexico

Easter is known as ‘Domingo de Pascua’ in Mexico. ‘Semana Santa’ and ‘Pascua’ (two separate observances) form a part of Easter celebrations in Mexico. ‘Semana Santa’ stands for the entire Holy Week - right from Palm Sunday to Easter Saturday, whereas ‘Pascua’ is observed for the period from the Resurrection Sunday to the following Saturday. Easter bunnies and jelly beans are not very common in Mexican Easter celebrations, as people are busy attending church masses. A special mass is held on Maudy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday.