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2024 Date | 26 December 2024 |
2025 Date | 26 December 2025 |
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Boxing Day HistoryBoxing Day is an observance typically involving gift-giving and aiding the needy. The holiday has roots in British culture, as well as many other aspects from former British colonies and territories. It serves as a day of relaxation, family gatherings, feasting, and continued Christmas celebrations, while also providing an opportunity to donate to charitable causes. The origins of Boxing Day are said to have started in the United Kingdom during the Middle Ages, where boxes of food, clothing, and other essentials were given to servants and the poor as a form of appreciation on the Feast of Saint Stephen. New Zealand, part of the British Commonwealth, also became one of the main countries to celebrate Boxing Day. The day is considered a public holiday in New Zealand, marked by various traditions that include spending time with family and friends, enjoying outdoor activities, and shopping sales. The holiday is seen as an opportunity to give back to the community through charitable donations and acts of kindness. In New Zealand, Boxing Day is observed on December 26th each year, which can fall on a different day depending on the country's time zone difference compared to the United Kingdom. It is a day filled with festivities, from outdoor picnics and barbecues to attending cricket matches, horse racing, and yacht races like the prestigious Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. Many retail stores also offer significant discounts for their Boxing Day sales, drawing in large crowds who seek to extend their holiday celebrations and browse the available bargains. Top facts about Boxing Day
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