Fun History Of Pinata

Discover the fun history of pinata and learn how birthday pinatas are becoming a must for just about every kid's birthday party.

Pinatas are lots of fun, but learning how they got started is a fun game too.

The pinata may have started in Italy where it was first 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.

China And Pinatas

Some say the pinata originated in China where it they were used as part of a new years celebration.

European Pinata

As far back as the 14th century, during the Lent celebration, the first Sunday of Lent was called "pinata Sunday."

Did It Start In Spain?

In Spain, the first Sunday of Lent became known as "Dance of the Pinayta."

The World's Largest Pinata

The world's largest pinata was built in March 1990 to help celebrate the Carnival Miami/Calle Ocho. This mega pinata was 27 feet tall and weighed an incredible 10,000 pounds - now that's a big pinata!

Pinatas Today

Today, the pinata is a fun game played by both children and adults. Pinatas are filled with candy and fruit, a tradition brought to us by Spanish explorers.

Pinatas come in all sizes and shapes and can be filled with candy, fruit, toys, jewelry and just about anything else.

There are two kinds of pinatas. The first is the traditional style that you break open with a stick. The second is the "pull string pinata," which is perfect for younger children or elderly adults.

Birthday Pinata

Here are just a few of the fun pinatas you can choose from to delight your birthday child.

Elmo Pull String Pinata

Look at this adorable Elmo pull string pinata that everyone will enjoy.

Cookie Monster Pinata

He loves cookies and you'll love this Cookie Monster pinata for your child's birthday.

Go Diego Go Pull String Pinata

Have fun with this Go Diego Go pinata for your child's party.

Pirate Pinata

Make your Pirate party complete with a Pirate Chest pinata That's sure to make all your little pirates say Aaarrhh!

SpongeBob Pull String Pinata

From under the sea come this SpongeBob pinata.

Race Car Pinata

This fun Race Car pinata makes a fun party game.

Dinosaur Pinata

Have a roaring Dinosaur pinata your birthday child will really enjoy.

Pinata Filler

Here's the perfect Pinata filler that includes fun candy and toys.

Birthday Pinatas

You'll want to see these fun pinatas

Have FUN

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