
The A-Z of Global Halloween Traditions
In Lithuania, the citizens believe the year is divided into two halves - the light half and the dark half.
Pulling crackers on Christmas, trick-or-treating on Halloween, or giving roses on Valentine’s Day are all traditions passed down through the ages, but why do we do these strange things?
Why do we celebrate things like Easter or St. Patrick’s Day? And why on earth do crazy holidays like Put A Pillow on Your Fridge Day even exist?
Here, you’ll find facts about your favorite holidays and celebrations, as well as funny holidays you’ve never even heard about.
In Lithuania, the citizens believe the year is divided into two halves - the light half and the dark half.
Did you know that Levi Strauss was the first company to ever make blue jeans?
Rudolph the red-nosed reindeer first made an appearance in 1939, in a book written by Robert L May.
Our favorite festive pudding, the Christmas pudding, was initially a soup made with raisins and wine!
Did you know that December is also known as National Car Donation Month?
Did you know that November is also known as American Heritage Month? Why not visit a museum this month?
It wasn't until the early 1900's that costumes became part of Halloween traditions, and they were often cheap and made of paper.
October is also “Adopt a Rescue Dog Month”. So why not give a dog in need a loving home?
Did you know that September celebrates “National Blueberry Popsicle Month?”
The Olympic rings signify the world's 5 major regions; Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and Oceania.
Did you know that August is a fun month as we celebrate “Admit That You’re Happy Month”.
Did you know that on average, the warmest month in the UK, July, is known as both Picnic Month & Ice Cream Month?