The Brazilian version of a folk play Los Pastores is a well loved Brazil Christmas tradition in which a gypsy tries to kidnap baby Jesus and there are shepherdesses. In Brazil Santa Clause comes in the form of 'Papi Noel' and brings gifts for all the children. This is more of a North American influence on Brazil Christmas tradition. A common Brazil Christmas tradition among friends and families is called 'amigo secret'. Where people write their gift of choice and name on pieces of paper by the beginning of December and these are exchanged among friends and families. On Christmas they all gather to reveal the secrets of their friends and offer them the gifts they had wanted.
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The people of Brazil are a mix of many origins and cultures, subsequently Brazil Christmas traditions are melting pot of all these cultures and influences. Brazil Christmas traditions have a strong Portuguese flavor as Brazil was a former colony of Portugal for many years. For most parts of Brazil, Christmas is mostly a family affair having strong European influences.
