Traditions
Rosca de Reyes price rises 10.8% in 2026 due to costlier ingredients
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The cost of making a Rosca de Reyes rose 10.8% in 2026, from 154.60 pesos in 2025 to 171.37 pesos, according to the Grupo Consultor de Mercados Agrícolas and Profeco. This increase is mainly due to rises in yeast, ate, eggs, figs, and wheat flour. In Mexico City, prices in supermarkets and bakeries range from 19.90 pesos for minis to 1,275 pesos for jumbo versions.
An elder in Katsemeri, Kilifi, has handed over his daughter and her five children to their father without demanding bride price. The decision came after growing tired of the man's frequent visits to his home. The man had claimed to be his daughter's fiancé while saving for the bride price.
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About 130 children and nearly as many adults joined the annual big Easter egg hunt in Lumsheden, setting a new record. Organizer Linnea Andersas says the event aims to get children outdoors for fresh air and lifelong memories. This year, adults hunted a golden egg amid changes from storm Johannes.
The National Chamber of the Baking Industry and Similar of Mexico will host the traditional mega King's cake event at the Angel of Independence on January 5, 2026. The event will distribute 24,000 pieces of this 250-meter-long giant bread to keep the tradition alive. Attendees can enjoy milk with each portion and photos with the Three Wise Men.
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A popular tradition on December 31 is browsing memes on social media while awaiting New Year 2026. These satirical jokes address family situations and expectations for the new year, such as hoping 'God finds better warriors'. Various Mexican and global customs mark the transition to 2026.
Christmas commemorates the birth of Jesus, but the December 25 date does not come from the Bible; it stems from associations with Roman winter solstice festivals. From the third century, Christians linked this date to Christ's birth, incorporating pagan elements into the celebration. Over time, it evolved into a universal family and commercial holiday.
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In Colombia, cemeteries were empty this year on Day of the Dead, which fell on a Sunday, according to a columnist reflecting on the loss of traditional customs. Gustavo Álvarez Gardeazábal notes how visits to graves have declined, with plastic flowers replacing natural ones.