What is the Spanish name for the religious service sometimes held before a quinceañera party?

The religious service sometimes held before a quinceañera party is called a misa de acción de gracias.

The Spanish phrase means “Mass of thanksgiving.” In Catholic families, it may be celebrated before the reception and gives the young woman an opportunity to express gratitude, receive a blessing, and participate in a community ceremony. The service is separate from the later party, although the two events are often planned together.

A quinceañera Mass is not a sacrament and does not make the celebration equivalent to a wedding or First Communion. Its prayers and customs can differ by parish, country, and family. Some families hold a secular ceremony or skip a religious service altogether.

The name is easy to confuse with other Spanish Mass terms. Misa de gallo refers to the Christmas Eve or Christmas midnight Mass in many Spanish-speaking communities, while misa de acción de gracias specifically describes a thanksgiving Mass.