Holiday Fun Facts

 Every year on April 1st, April Fools' Day is observed as a day for people to play practical pranks on others. This tradition dates back to the Roman era, when practical pranks were performed on others during the Hilaria celebration. April Fools' Day has been observed for decades, although its exact roots are unknown. Some say it started in France when New Year's Day was moved from April 1st to January 1st in 1582, while others say it dates back centuries. Today, the United States, Canada, Brazil, Europe, and Australia celebrate April Fools' Day. Facts about April Fools' Day that are worth knowing: April Fools' Day, also known as All Fools' Day, occurs every year on April 1st. Geoffrey Chaucer's work The Canterbury Tales, published in 1392, linked April 1st with folly. April Fools' Day pranks and hoaxes are supposed to be amusing and harmless. In 1698, many people were duped into going to watch lions being washed in the Tower of London as part of an ...

 In the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany, Black History Month is observed each year. In the United States, it is also known as African-American History Month. The goal of Black History Month is to commemorate both notable African-Americans and significant events in African-American history. Black History Month started in 1926 as Negro History Week, an annual week-long festival to promote knowledge about America's Black history. By 1929, it had achieved widespread acceptance. The Black United Students of Kent State University planned a month-long celebration in 1969, which took place a year later in February 1970. The United States government established Black History Month in 1976. Facts about Black History Month that are worth knowing: In both Canada and the United States, February is designated as Black History Month. In the United Kingdom, Black History Month is observed in October. Many significant events in Black history have happened in February througho...

In the United States, Presidents' Day occurs on the third Monday in February. After George Washington, the first president of the United States, it is also known as Washington's Birthday. The day is intended to honor George Washington and all of America's leaders. In 1879, it was declared a federal holiday. Although an effort was made in 1968 to designate the third Monday in February as Presidents' Day, it was unsuccessful. That was finally accomplished in 1971. Many states continue to refer to this day as Presidents' Day rather than Washington's Birthday. At this time, several states also commemorate Abraham Lincoln's birthday. Facts about Presidents' Day that are worth knowing: In the United States, Presidents' Day/Birthday Washington's is a federal holiday. Despite the fact that George's birthdate was February 22nd, his birthday is commemorated on the third Monday in February. George Washington's birthday was honored when he was still ...

In the United States, July 4th is also known as Independence Day. It is a federal holiday commemorating the day the United States proclaimed independence from Britain and enacted the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Parades, picnics, barbecues, fireworks, carnivals, and baseball games are common celebrations on this day, and many families choose to have their family reunions on this day as well. The 4th of July was first celebrated in Philadelphia in 1777, with a procession, cannon salute, and fireworks. The first Fourth of July Parade in Bristol was conducted in 1785, and it is still held every year. Facts about the 4th of July that are worth knowing: The Declaration of Independence was first signed on July 2, 1776, but it was subsequently amended and the final form was signed two days later, on July 4, 1776. The Declaration of Independence was signed by 56 individuals from 13 colonies. Both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, who signed the Declaration of Independence, went ...

 Mother's Day began in the early 1900s in the United States. Despite the fact that there are earlier traditions that commemorate similar holidays, Mother's Day is not thought to have originated from them. Mother's Day is a day set aside to celebrate mothers and their contributions to society, as well as maternal ties and motherhood. It is observed on the second Sunday in May in the United States and Canada, but it is also observed in other areas of the globe in March and other months. Facts about Mother's Day that are worth knowing: Mothering Sunday, a Christian festival, is often linked with Mother's Day. They have nothing to do with one other. Mother's Day has also been connected to the Greek festival of Cybele and the Roman feast of Hilaria. They have nothing to do with Mother's Day. In 1908, the first Mother's Day was observed. Anna Jarvis created a monument for her mother Ann Jarvis. In 1868, Ann Jarvis formed a committee to create "Mother'...

 The Super Bowl is the championship game of the National Football League. Every year in the United States, it is held. It was originally a game between the champions of the NFL (National Football League) and the AFL (American Football League) (American Football League). The NFC (National Football Conference) and the AFC (American Football Conference) were established when they united, and the championship game is held each year between the champions of both leagues. The Super Bowl, the NFL's championship game, is one of the most viewed programs on American television each year. Facts about the Super Bowl that are worth knowing: On January 15, 1967, the inaugural Super Bowl was staged. Kansas City was beaten 35-10 by the Green Bay Packers. The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum hosted the event. When the Green Bay Packers won the Super Bowl for the first time, each player earned a $15,000 prize. Only $7,500 was given to the Kansas City players. The second-largest day for food consumption...

 Every year on April 22nd, Earth Day is commemorated in more than 192 nations across the globe. Earth Day is a day set aside to express support for environmental protection. In 1969, a UNESCO conference recommended that the inaugural Earth Day be celebrated on March 21st, 1970. Every year on April 22nd, the United States celebrates a different Earth Day. In 1990, this day was designated as Earth Day throughout the world. Many towns also celebrate Earth Week to show their support for environmental concerns. Facts about Earth Day that are worth knowing: Earth Day was originally observed in the United States on April 22, 1970. The Earth Day Network is the organization in charge of organizing Earth Day throughout the world. Senator Gaylord Nelson is credited with establishing Earth Day in the United States. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in honor of his efforts. In 1990, Denis Hayes took Earth Day worldwide. Today, he claims that it is the world's biggest secular fest...

 Every year on February 14th, St. Valentine's Day is observed. Although the day is officially known as Saint Valentine's Day, most people refer to it as Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine. It was originally a day to honor Saint Valentinus, a priest who conducted marriages for soldiers who were forbidden from marrying. For this, as well as ministering to Christians, he was imprisoned. Before his execution, Saint Valentinus sent a letter to his jailer's daughter. 'From your Valentine,' he signed his letter. On February 14th, he was laid to rest. Until the Middle Ages, Valentine's Day was not connected with romantic love. By the 1700s, it had evolved into the Valentine's Day we know today in England. At this time, lovers started to show their love with valentines, which were presents of flowers, sweets, and cards. Valentine's Day Facts to Consider: Every year on Valentine's Day, at least 36 million heart-shaped chocolate boxes are sold....

 Thanksgiving is mostly observed in Canada and the United States. It's a day to reflect on the previous year's benefits as well as the harvest. Thanksgiving was formerly a religious and cultural holiday, but it is now observed by many individuals in Canada and the United States, regardless of their religious or cultural views. Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October in Canada and the fourth Thursday in November in the United States. Similar holidays occur in various nations and civilizations throughout the globe, although they go by different names and are celebrated on different days. The turkeys are the only ones that are unlikely to partake in today's Thanksgiving feast. Gratitude ceremonies are prevalent in virtually all faiths, particularly after harvests. Thanksgiving Facts to Consider: The first Canadian Thanksgiving is believed to have taken place in 1578, when explorer Martin Frobisher celebrated his survival of his voyage from England with a fea...

 Cinco de Mayo is observed on May 5th in both Mexico and the United States, mostly in Pueblo. The roots of each nations' motivations for commemorating this day are different. This Mexican holiday commemorates the Battle of Pueblo, which took place in the state of Pueblo on May 5, 1862, and concluded with the Mexican army defeating the French. Cinco de Mayo originated in the United States as a commemoration of freedom and democracy, as well as Mexican ancestry and patriotism. During the American Civil War, it was started by Mexican-American communities in the American West. Cinco de Mayo Facts to Consider: Cinco de Mayo is known in Mexico as 'El Da de la Batalla de Puebla,' which translates as 'The Day of the Battle of Puebla.' It was unexpected for the Mexicans to defeat the French at the Battle of Pueblo. The French, who were there to collect war debts, were expected to triumph. Spain and England deployed troops to collect debts as well, but they withdrew after rea...

 Millions of Christians all around the globe celebrate Christmas Day on December 25th. It is also a well-known festival among non-Christians. Christmas Day is an annual commemoration of Jesus Christ's birth. Although the precise date of Jesus' birth is uncertain, it is thought to have occurred somewhere between 7 and 2 B.C. In the fourth century, the date of December 25th was selected. Gift-giving, sending holiday cards, Christmas trees and lights, caroling, a feast, and church festivities are all common Christmas traditions. Christmas Facts to Consider: Christmas is derived from the phrase "Christ's Mass." It was known as Cristesmsse in ancient English (first documented in 1038), which literally means 'Christian Mass.' Santa Claus is a well-known character connected with Christmas all around the globe. Christkind, Saint Nicholas, and Father Christmas are all famous Christmas characters. The festival was known as'midwinter' or 'nativity' by...

 Arbor Day began on April 10th, 1872 in Nebraska City, Nebraska. Approximately 1 million trees were planted on the inaugural Arbor Day. Arbor Day was founded by J. Sterling Morton, the Secretary of Agriculture under President Grover Cleveland. This festival is intended to encourage people to plant and care for trees, whether in groups or individually. Arbor Day has evolved to become a recognized holiday in many nations across the globe since its inception in Nebraska. Arbor Day Facts to Consider: In Latin, arbor refers to a tree. The day on which a nation commemorates Arbor Day varies according to the planting season and environment. Arbor Day was founded by Birdsey Northrop, who served as head of the committee that brought the holiday to the rest of the globe. In 1883, he was the first to bring it to Japan and the Japanese to Arbor Day. Arbor Day became an official holiday in Nebraska on April 22, 1885, the state where it began. On that day, 1000 youngsters organized a procession....