Parrandas are often spontaneous events and traditionally occur anytime from the late evening to the wee hours of the morning, visiting targeted extended family members or friends in their homes and …

Jan 18, 2026 · A parranda is essentially a musical gathering where a group of friends and family members, armed with instruments and holiday cheer, visit homes to sing traditional Puerto Rican …

Dec 6, 2025 · A Puerto Rican parranda is a cherished and lively Christmas tradition where a group of friends and family, known as parranderos, gathers to surprise another friend at their home with …

Nov 7, 2025 · Learn how to host a Puerto Rican parranda with music, instruments, Aguinaldos, and festive treats for an authentic holiday celebration.

¿Cómo funciona la parranda? Un grupo de amigos se reúne en una casa, o estacionamiento, donde pronto llegarán los músicos y los que harán el coro de las canciones.

Dec 22, 2023 · In Puerto Rico, a beloved holiday tradition is the parranda. During the Christmas season, a group of your friends and family can show up at your front door at any time for an impromptu …

Dec 18, 2012 · Besides that, one of our favorite traditions is the Parranda. Parrandas are the Puerto Rican version of caroling. It is marked by singing traditional Puerto Rican music called Aguinaldos …

Dec 12, 2025 · A parranda is a boisterous gathering of people who go to the homes of friends and relatives while singing aguinaldos. It’s similar to Christmas caroling, but instead of a “silent night,” it’s …

Religious and Festive Context Parranda is a central component of Puerto Rican Catholic Christmas traditions, typically taking place from December 15 through Epiphany on January 6, aligning with the …

Nov 24, 2025 · A parranda or trulla is the boricua version of a Christmas Carol. Friends and families gather in front of a house – usually after 10:00 p.m. – with instruments like panderos, maracas, …