At what age does a young woman celebrate her quinceañera?

Tina M., I'm not Latino but 15 is still the age of a child not a woman

I think if the family can afford a celebration of this magnitude, it's fine. Otherwise, I think that a small celebration or affordable trip makes more sense. Quinceneras are as expensive as weddings. Since the family will possibly be paying for a wedding in a few years, it would be wiser to save money for that celebration instead.

Thank you for the information. I think it is quite fascinating

quin is 5 .. like quintoplets for example.. if ever in doubt try breaking the word down

Tina M., I agree, my granddaughter was a dama for a close school friend. It was as elaborate as a wedding for sure. And it was quite beautiful.

I'm English and embarrassed to say I've never heard of this, I shall spend some time researching it, it's good to learn new things!

Thanks to Wizards Of Waverly Place. I remember when the daughter was old enough to have hers.

Player #112757483, It signifies a young girl coming of age and starting her journey into womanhood. AKA puberty. It is nothing wrong, yes they are still a child but it's a celebration of things to come.

I took Latin in highschool and that gave it away

In California they do it at 16

Artie, Thank who? smh

Thank God my best friend speaks Spanish.

The "quin" in the word got it for me.

Player #112757483, Historically, not true.

I have a feeling these customs may originate further back in history before the Spanish/Catholic conquest in Central and South America