History Of Pinata Birthday Pinata

Fun history of Pinata birthday pinata for just about any birthday party theme.

Take a look at the great selection of Pinatas following this brief look at how pinatas came to be.

So much has been written about where the pinata originated and today, most people think the pinata originated in Mexico. But others believe the pinata has it's origins in Italy where it was called a pignatta, meaning "fragile pot."

The pignatta was filled with jewelry, candy or other trinkets and hung from a rope and swung while a blindfolded player struck at it with a stick. Then just like today, when the pignatta was broken, guests would pick up the fallen goodies.

Fun History Of Pinata Birthday Pinata

In China the pinata was believed to have been used in new years celebrations.

The European Pinata

In the 14th century, "pinata Sunday" was the name given the first Sunday during the celebration of Lent.

The Spanish Pinata

In Spain, the first Sunday of Lent in Spain was referred to as "Dance of the Pinayta."

Fun History Of Pinata Birthday Pinata

Spanish explorers brought the tradition of pinatas filled with candy and fruit, then having both children and adults play the game where sticks were used to break open the pinata, then everyone ran to pick up the treats.

Today, pinatas come in just about and size and shape you can imagine and they can be filled with candy, fruit, toys, jewelry and just about anything else.

And there are now two kinds of pinatas. The traditional pinata that players try to break open with a stick and The "pull string pinata," which is often used for younger children or elderly adults.

Fun History Of Pinata -The World's Largest Pinata

Built in March 1990 to help celebrate the Carnival Miami/Calle Ocho. The world's largest pinata was a whopping 27 feet tall and weighed an incredible 10,000 pounds.

Pirate Treasure Chest Pinata

This Treasure Chest pinata will be great fun at your Pirate party.

Tiara Pinata

Your princess will love this Tiara Pinata game for an enchanting good time.

Train Pinata

Have a choo choo good time with this Train Pinata game at your party.

Race Car Pinata

Start your engines! Here's a fast Race Car pinata that will get your party racing.

Army Man Pinata

Your soldiers will love this Army Man Pinata game.

Star Wars Pinata

Invite Darth Vader on this Star Wars Pinata for out of this world fun.

Dora the Explorer Pinata

Have a great birthday adventure with this fun Dora the Explorer Pinata game.

Disney's Cars Pinata

Here's the very popular Disney's Cars pinata game. What fun!

Pink Tea Pot Pinata

Here's the perfect Tea Pot Pinata for your child's Tea Party.

Fun History Of Pinata Birthday Pinata

More Pinatas To Choose From

Still looking? Check out these fun Pinatas to fit lots of birthday party themes.

Even More Pinata Fun

Take a look at these fun pinatas your birthday child is sure to love.

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