GRAFENWOEHR, Germany – Christmas is right around the corner. While there are many similarities between Christmas celebrations in the United States and Germany, there are some differences and ...

While there are many similarities between Christmas celebrations in the United States and Germany, there are some differences.

A Long History of Tradition German Christmas markets date back to the 14th century, long before Germany was a unified country. Markets like Dresden’s Striezelmarkt began as practical gatherings ...

The history behind our most beloved Christmas decorations makes these traditions even more meaningful.

Christmas is a magical time of year for families around the world that celebrate this holiday season. In the United States, children and adults of all ages practice many Christmas traditions. Some ...

The decorating of a Christmas tree is a long held tradition around the world that began in Germany. In the 1600s, trees were decorated with apples in honor of "Adam and Eve Day" on Dec. 24.

Some American families hide a pickle ornament on their Christmas tree for someone to find Dec. 25, and many believe the tradition started in Germany—though its origins are murky.

These lost festive traditions are no longer part of modern Christmas celebrations.

A Christmas tree tradition that starts with pierogi rather than pickles The best ornaments are dear to the heart A shiny new pierogi Christmas tree ornament, made by Lexi Ellis in December 2023.

This week's The Way We Were photo and column look at how many of the Christmas traditions we have today -- like Christmas trees, holiday decorations and gift-giving -- didn't start until the later ...