When is Boxing Day?
Tuesday December 26thBoxing Day is held in every year on December 26th in the United Kingdom, Canada, New Zealand, Australia, and other Commonwealth countries. During Queen Victoria's reign in the 19th century, this annual tradition began in the United Kingdom.
It's not clear why the day after Christmas in these countries is called Boxing Day. Some believe it's because a Christmas gift in the United Kingdom is called a Christmas box. Servants were given a Christmas box from their master on the day after Christmas. According to some, the holiday refers to using a box to gather funds for the homeless. These boxes were placed inside churches on Christmas Day and then opened the next day.
In 1994, South Africa renamed the holiday to Day of Goodwill. The day is St. Stephen's Day in Catholicism. Boxing Day in Ireland is celebrated alongside the Day of the Wren. Also, December 26th is considered Second Christmas in Germany, Poland, Netherlands, and Scandinavia.
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Government offices have been closed in countries that are celebrating the holiday. Many companies are closing for the day as a result of the day. However, Boxing Day has grown in importance in several countries. Many people trade or buy products at reduced rates. Many people trade gifts or buy products at reduced rates. Since it's a holiday, many stores close early on this day. For those who aren't out shopping, they are spending the day with family and friends. It's a wonderful day to enjoy the leftovers from Christmas dinner..
