What is the Catholic thanksgiving Mass often held before a quinceañera called?

The Catholic thanksgiving Mass often held before a quinceañera is called a Misa de Acción de Gracias.

The Spanish phrase means “Mass of Thanksgiving.” In families that include a religious component, the service gives the celebrant an opportunity to express gratitude for her life and ask for guidance for the future. A priest may bless the quinceañera, and family members or sponsors can take part in the liturgy.

The Mass is not required for every quinceañera. Many celebrations are entirely secular, and customs differ among countries, parishes, and families. Even among Catholic families, the Mass may be held on a different day from the reception or replaced by another form of blessing.

This service should not be confused with baptism, confirmation, or a wedding. A quinceañera is not a sacrament and does not itself change a person’s legal or religious status. Its religious meaning depends on the family’s beliefs and the local community’s practice.