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Holiday Traditions Around the World

Happy Holidays! As we wrap up 2024 and look ahead to 2025, let’s take a moment to explore how Christmas is celebrated in different countries. From Spain to Hong Kong to Australia, each culture has its own special ways to mark the holiday with traditions, food, games, and more!

Christmas Around the World

The website “Christmas Around the World” on WhyChristmas.com shares details about how over 90 countries celebrate this festive season. Here are a few examples:

  • United States: Christmas traditions often include decorating trees, exchanging gifts, and enjoying festive meals.
  • United Kingdom: Celebrations feature traditions like wassailing, Boxing Day, and delicious meals with roast turkey and Christmas pudding.
  • India: Although Christians make up about 2.3% of the population, Christmas is celebrated with customs that blend with India’s cultural diversity.
  • Jamaica: The holiday is filled with vibrant traditions and unique festive foods, reflecting the island’s rich heritage.

Want to learn more? Check out Christmas Around the World here!

What do you think about Christmas traditions from around the world? Share your thoughts in the comments! Thank you for supporting SPAN, our partners, and our projects this year. We can’t wait to connect with you all in 2025!

The SPAN Youth Chat

Join us virtually on January 8th from 4:15 to 5:00 PM, with Maddie Evans, Youth Engagement Coordinator from the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FSCN). Maddie is dedicated to empowering youth and families and she leads the FSCN’s Youth Advisory Board, fostering leadership and self-advocacy among youth and young adults. 


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Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
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