Christmas in Peru is pretty much celebrated late at night on the 24th, mos
tly for parents. Many will go to house parties all night to five or six in the morning! Kids will find gifts under the tree brought by Santa Claus.. It’s funny to them how Santa still dresses the same as he would in cold weather with his big red jacket, but it would be more appropriate to wear in the US because it’s actually winter. In Peru it’s already summer when Christmas time comes around. Their summer actually begins in December. Winter is from June to October. 
A lot of families will buy fireworks and fire them by midnight, fireworks are illegal in Peru too. After the kids go to bed parents go to or have big parties at their houses. Salsa music is some of what they’ll play and the living room will most likely turn into a dance floor. Music and a few drinks is how most spend the next few hours of what we call Christmas Eve together. This is how many Americans spend Christmas Eve too, then many will spend Christmas day with immediate family. In Peru on the 25th not much happens, people usually sleep in and may attend another party, but not until late at night. January 6th is when people traditionally exchange gifts.
As for Christmas dinner, if you go to someone’s house, you shouldn’t show up empty-handed. Much like Christmas in America, people usually bring a dish of something to another’s house. One thing that would be good to bring is a high cake (like a fruitcake), which comes in a box. They have similar food, most families that can afford a whole turkey, will have turkey.
As for Christmas dinner, if you go to someone’s house, you shouldn’t show up empty-handed. Much like Christmas in America, people usually bring a dish of something to another’s house. One thing that would be good to bring is a high cake (like a fruitcake), which comes in a box. They have similar food, most families that can afford a whole turkey, will have turkey.Apple sauce is also a must in the supper.
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