What's a Piñata?
Piñatas have been used for hundreds of years in Latin America to celebrate special occasions such as birthdays and Christmas.



Piñatas (pronounced pin-yah-tas) are now popular all over the world for almost any occasion. They are made from papier-maché or cardboard, which you fill with sweets, balloons and small toys. The piñata is hung by a rope from a tree or suitable point.

The game is to take turns (while blindfolded) to hit the piñata with a stick to break it open. Once you have succeeded in breaking it open, the piñata will release its contents and then it's a mad dash for everyone to see how many goodies they can pick up.

Note: Piñatas are sold empty.