Great Britain Festivities

  • New Year's Day

    New Year's Day
    Sometimes people set off fireworks as the new year begins. People often drink a toast to the coming year with a fizzy alcoholic drink called champagne. Some people let their children stay up late to join in with the celebrations.
  • Pancake day

    Pancake day
    ON THIS DAY, ALL CHRISTIANS CONFESSED AND TOOK THE LAST OPPORTUNITY TO TAKE FOODS RICH IN FAT FORBIDDEN DURING LENT. THEREFORE, EGGS, BUTTER AND LUTTER WERE USED IN PANCAKES. HENCE THE USUAL NICKNAME OF THE FESTIVAL IS PANCAKE DAY.
  • Spring bank holiday

    Spring bank holiday
    To celebrate the Spring Bank Holiday, gather your loved ones and host a garden party. You can have a traditional barbecue, or switch it up with a picnic spread laid out on the grass. Fill the day with fun garden games like croquet or badminton to keep everyone engaged and energetic.
  • One Direction Day

    One Direction Day
    Every July 23, followers of the legendary boyband gather to celebrate their birthday with all kinds of tributes. Since its premiere two decades ago, the British talent show, 'X Factor', has catapulted the musical careers of various artists over time.
  • Witches night

    Witches night
    OCTOBER 31 IS ASSOCIATED WITH WITCHES AND GHOSTS PRESENT IN THE ANCIENT CELTIC TRADITION CALLED CELTIC OLD YEAR'S NIGTH, A NIGHT WHEN ALL WANDERING SPIRITS AND WITCHES ARE SUPPOSED TO WANDER ON THE EARTH. THE CHILDREN TAKE OUT THE STREET DRESSED IN TERRIFYING OUTFITS AND CARRYING LANTERNS, PUMPKINS AND CANDLES. BRITISH CHILDREN ALSO PLAY GAMES, LIKE EATING APPLES FROM A BUCKET OF WATER.
  • Boxing day

    Boxing day
    In modern times, Boxing Day is a time to spend with family and cash in on post-Christmas deals. Families visit with the loved ones they couldn't see on December 25. Companies give their employees the day off, and many take the opportunity to give out their holiday bonuses.