Piñatas

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What do piñatas symbolize?

They're most often said to represent the seven sins and the rewards for those who resisted them. Piñatas have also been used to represent love, good fortune for future crops, and as offerings to the gods by different cultures. One thing we can all agree on is that they're a lot of fun!

How do you fill and set up a piñata?

Piñatas come with a string or loop that lets you hang them up. Piñatas will have an opening or flap door on the side or top that lets you fill it with candies and other party favours.

How do you use a piñata?

The traditional piñata is hung outside and then partygoers are blindfolded before they get to swing at it with a bat or stick. String pull piñatas are a bit less violent and will open when strings are pulled.

Who hits the piñata at a birthday party?

The best way to make sure everyone has fun is to give the youngest kids the first swings since they are not likely to break it in one hit. For older kids, they can be spun around a little so they're dizzy and hitting the piñata is more of a challenge. Just make sure everyone stays far back from the swinging!