luminaria
Noun
Meaning
A vigil fire used in ceremonies in Native American and Hispanic cultures.
A makeshift lantern used as a holiday decoration, especially in Hispanic culture.
luminaria
plural of luminarium
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Its roots can be traced back to the pagan Roman feast of Luminaria (literally, "the illumination"), when torches and bonfires lit up the early summer night of 29 June.
If you have never participated in a luminaria ceremony, then you must come Friday.
Tents need to go up, luminaria bags need to be lit at night, funds need to be collected and counted.
The luminaria and closing ceremonies begin at 8:30 p.m.