About 5,980,000 results
Open links in new tab
  1. Christmas - Wikipedia

    Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 [a] as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world.

  2. Christmas | Origin, Definition, Traditions, History, & Facts | Britannica

    5 days ago · Christmas, Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. The English term Christmas (“mass on Christ’s day”) is of fairly recent origin. The earlier term Yule may have derived from the …

  3. History of Christmas - Origins, Traditions & Facts | HISTORY

    Oct 27, 2009 · Christmas is celebrated on December 25 and is both a sacred religious holiday and a worldwide cultural and commercial phenomenon. For two millennia, people around the world have …

  4. Meaning of Christmas: Origin, History, and Traditions

    Nov 5, 2025 · Discover the true meaning of Christmas—its biblical origin, historical roots, and timeless traditions. Learn why Christians celebrate Jesus’ birth and how symbols like trees, holly, and gifts …

  5. What Is Christmas and Why Do We Celebrate on Dec. 25? [2024]

    Oct 18, 2024 · What is Christmas? Here's what to know about the holiday, from its history rooted in Christianity to the modern traditions we know and love.

  6. 30 Christmas Traditions From Around the World | TIME

    Dec 18, 2024 · Here’s a look at some of the foods, stories, and customs that shape how Christmas is observed around the world. There’s no such thing as a “white Christmas” in the land down under. …

  7. History of Christmas: Why Christians Celebrate the Holiday

    Dec 20, 2024 · For some Americans, Christmas is a 365 days-a-year obsession. For millions of others, the yuletide season is a cherished annual occurrence, comprising festive meals, gift exchanges, …

  8. Christmas Around the World: Traditions, Customs, and Fun Facts

    🌍 Christmas Around the World Christmas may be one holiday, but its traditions change dramatically from country to country. Some cultures focus on religious celebrations, some love outdoor festivals, and …

  9. Why is Christmas Celebrated and on the 25th December?

    Oct 6, 2025 · Christmas is celebrated to remember the birth of Jesus Christ, who Christians believe is the Son of God and savior of the world. The name 'Christmas' comes from the Mass of Christ (or …

  10. Christmas Facts | Britannica

    5 days ago · Christmas was traditionally a Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus. Since the early 20th century, however, it has also been a secular family holiday.