What is Boxing Day? All about the celebration's origin and traditions
Boxing Day 2024 is here, but not all Americans understand the meaning of the holiday celebrated in countries like the U.K. and Canada.
Why is it called Boxing Day? What to know about the Dec. 26 holiday
To many, Dec. 26 is simply the day after Christmas or the second night of Hanukkah. But to others, it's Boxing Day.
What is Boxing Day and why don't most Americans celebrate? Everything you need to know
The most miserable day of the year has to be the day after Christmas. You spend the previous 48 hours having a blast with your family. You're wrapping and exchanging gifts, eating food, watching sports and just generally having a grand old time.
What is Boxing Day? What to know about traditions, origins and where it's celebrated
Across the pond and in other Commonwealth countries, however, Dec. 26 is yet a continuation of the Christmas holiday called Boxing Day. Observed in Britain, Canada, and beyond, the celebration is believed to have originated in Victorian times. While the ...
Why is the day after Christmas called Boxing Day?
Boxing Day is celebrated in the U.K. on Dec. 26, the day after Christmas. Despite the name, the holiday has nothing to do with the sport of boxing or returning boxes or presents.
Monterey residents learn about Boxing Day. What the holiday celebrates
Monterey residents share their knowledge and learn about the history and traditions of Boxing Day, a holiday celebrated on Dec. 26.
Boxing Day sales grow for 2024 but December spending fluctuates
Photo / Alex Burton The retail industry would have been hoping their Christmas wish came true this year, and it looks like they may have gotten what they were after, with Boxing Day sales up compared to 2023 according to new data.
What is Boxing Day and why is it celebrated a day after Christmas?
Boxing Day, observed on December 26, follows Christmas festivities and is associated with giving money, gifts, and donations to the poor and employees
Hundreds take part in annual Boxing Day run
More than 1,000 people dressed in an array of festive outfits took part in a town's Boxing Day run. Clevedon Athletic Club has been hosting the north Somerset four-mile (6.4km) race since 1977. Race director Andy Heyes called it a "massive tradition".
European Markets Closed For Boxing Day Holiday
Major stock markets around the world remain closed today amid festive season. In Europe, Germany, France, London, Spain and
Shoppers hit the stores on the day after Christmas
Even though Christmas is over, the festivities don’t have to be. Many celebrate “Boxing Day,” a holiday originated in the U.K ...
It's Boxing Day and the beat goes on: The NFL won't let up; CFP never had a chance
The NFL had to go out of its way to dominate Christmas this year, since it was on a Wednesday. It came after blowing the CFP ...
Premier League Boxing Day schedule, where to watch: Why is the day after Christmas so important for EPL?
The Premier League will return for its annual tradition of games on Boxing Day, which will kick off the yearly batch of ...
Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick and Their Kids Sing Gleeful Song About Christmas Being Over: 'Happy Boxing Day!'
Bacon, Sedgwick and their kids Sosie and Travis take turns singing hilarious alternative lyrics to "Happy Xmas (War Is Over)" ...
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Swimmers brave chilly waters for Boxing Day dip
With Christmas in the rear view mirror many people will spend the day eating leftovers. For others? A dip in the ...
Christmas and Boxing day supermarket opening times 2024 for Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and others
Christmas and Boxing day supermarket opening times 2024 for Tesco, Asda, Aldi, Sainsbury’s and others - All of the UK’s major ...
The Best After-Christmas Sales Happening Across The Internet
Just when you thought the time for savings had come and gone, many of the best-known retailers on the internet announced ...