September 16th, Mexican Independence Day

September 16th, Mexican Independence Day

Many Americans don’t know this , in fact, majority of Americans believe that “5 de mayo” is the Mexican independence day… Well, this couldn’t be more wrong, and just to clarify that 5 de mayo was just a battle that was won against the French army 40 years after the...
What is Día de la candelaria?

What is Día de la candelaria?

Nearly a month after Día de los Reyes, Día de la Candelaria is now the next much anticipated celebration for millions in Mexico and Central America. Día de los Reyes is a celebration that takes place on January 6th, however the party continues into...
Day of the Dead  o Día de los Muertos

Day of the Dead o Día de los Muertos

We celebrated The Day of the Dead at EHAT remembering our loved ones who have passed away. Day of the Dead or Día de los Muertos is a Mexican national holiday celebrated throughout Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage. The multi-day holiday, celebrated between...
Mexican Independence Day at EHAT

Mexican Independence Day at EHAT

The Mexican Independence Day is celebrated September 16. It is the day that Mexico ended the rule of Spain in 1821. Independence Day is one of the most important celebrations in all of Mexico. We celebrated Mexico’s Independence Day here in EHAT on Friday, September...
Important Celebrations in May – Mexico and U.S.A.

Important Celebrations in May – Mexico and U.S.A.

It is very interesting to see the differences between the important dates of Mexico and those of the United States. Here at EHAT, as a Spanish Immersion school we love to celebrate our diversity and our different cultures. For example, in Mexico, Labor Day is...