Lifestyle & Culture

Discover December's most meaningful national days, cultural celebrations, and international observances. Your complete guide to global traditions.

All about Christmas in Germany from past to present, including favorite foods and festive traditions. Read on.

Planning for Krampusnacht 2025? Learn when it happens, where to go, and the history behind this unique Alpine tradition.

Learn when St. Nicholas Day 2025 is celebrated. This guide covers the date, history, and traditions of this festive holiday.

Find out when the Feast of the Immaculate Conception 2025 falls. Learn if it is a holy day of obligation and how it is celebrated around the world.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Day 2025 is Friday, December 12. Discover the history of this Mexican holiday, how it's celebrated, and traditions in the US and Mexico.

Learn about Pancha Ganapati 2025, a modern 5-day Hindu festival celebrating family, community, and new beginnings from December 21-25.

When is St. Stephen's Day 2025? Discover the history, global traditions, and public holiday status of December 26 in this quick guide.

When is International Volunteer Day 2025? Discover the date, significance, and simple ways you can get involved to support your community.

Celebrate Kazakhstan Independence Day 2025. Learn the history of December 16th, discover traditional festivities, and see how the holiday is observed today.

Celebrating Uzbekistan Constitution Day 2025? Learn about the holiday's history, the new constitution, and how banking and money transfers work on Dec 8.

Planning for Mummer's Day 2025? Discover the history, the 5 divisions, and how to watch Philadelphia's oldest folk parade this New Year's Day.