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Bookmark or Share- May Day | Spring Festival, Maypole | Britannica - Encyclopedia BritannicaMay Day, in medieval and modern Europe, holiday (May 1) for the celebration of the return of spring. The observance probably originated in ancient agricultural rituals, and the Greeks and Romans held such festivals.
- What is May Day? The Story Behind the Holiday's Pagan OriginsLearn about May Day history, including its Pagan origins and the history of the spring holiday that falls on May 1.
- May Day - WikipediaMay Day is a European festival of ancient origins marking the beginning of summer, usually celebrated on 1 May, around halfway between the Northern Hemisphere's Spring equinox and June solstice. [1] [2] Festivities may also be held the night before, known as May Eve.
- May Day ‑ Meaning, Date & Workers Day - HISTORYMay Day is a May 1 celebration with a long and varied history, dating back millennia. Throughout the years, there have been many different events and festivities worldwide, most with the...
- 10 Curious Facts About May Day - TreehuggerFrom ribald romps in the woods to the celebration of the lei, May Day has inspired a host of odd traditions.
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