What is the Spanish name for the Catholic thanksgiving Mass sometimes held during a quinceañera?

The Catholic thanksgiving Mass sometimes held during a quinceañera is called a misa de acción de gracias.

The phrase translates as “Mass of thanksgiving.” It describes a religious service in which the family gives thanks and the celebrant may receive a blessing. The service is often held before the reception, although local practice and parish rules differ.

A quinceañera is not automatically a Catholic ceremony. Some families include a church service, some choose a blessing, and others hold only a secular celebration. Religious requirements can vary by parish and country.

The Mass should also be distinguished from a wedding Mass or a funeral Mass. Its purpose is thanksgiving and blessing for the young person, not marriage or mourning.