WMOK – Metropolis, IL – Boxing Day, celebrated on December 26, is a public holiday in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
The origins of the day date back to the Middle Ages when it was customary for the wealthy to give boxes filled with gifts or money to their servants and the less fortunate the day after Christmas.
This act of charity has evolved in many ways.
Today, Boxing Day is often associated with shopping, akin to Black Friday in the United States. Retailers offer significant discounts, attracting shoppers eager to grab post-Christmas bargains. In addition to shopping, many people enjoy sporting events, with traditional football matches and horse racing drawing large crowds.
For some, Boxing Day is a time to relax, enjoy leftovers from Christmas feasts, and spend time with family and friends. And for still others – those who are not fans of the holidays, Boxing Day is the day that indicates the “holiday season” is over until next year.
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