BOXING DAY

1. HISTORY AND ORIGIN

1.1. Originated in the UK in the Middle Ages

1.2. Named because gifts (or “boxes”) were given to workers and the poor.

1.3. Servants received the day off after serving their employers on Christmas Day.

2. WHEN IT IS CELEBRATED

2.1. 26th December every year.

2.2. The day after Christmas.

2.3. A public holiday in many countries.

3. MODERN TRADITIONS

3.1. Shopping Sales: Similar to Black Friday, major sales take place

3.2. SPORT EVENTS

3.2.1. Football matches (Premier League in the UK).

3.2.2. Horse racing (e.g., King George VI Chase).

3.3. Family Gatherings: relaxing at home after Christmas.

4. GLOBAL CELEBRATIONS

4.1. The UK

4.2. Canada

4.3. Australia

4.4. New Zealand

4.5. South Africa

5. CHARITY AND GIVING

5.1. A day to give back to those in need.

5.2. Donations to charities, shelters, and food banks.

5.3. Volunteering time to help others.