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Boxing Day Deals
When I was a kid, boxing day deals were the biggest deals of the year. It was tradition to get up as early as possible and get to the stores because there were limited quantities of items on big discounts.
I remember waking up at 4 am on boxing day to stand in line at our local electronics store to score the best deals. It was so fun and I have such good memories of those days.
Today, however, it seems as though the “big” sales are weeks long and the discounts are nothing too crazy. For example, the Black Friday sales are no longer one day Black Friday sales - they are “Black Friday week” sales. Half the time the stores start advertising their Black Friday sales at the beginning of November and they start putting stuff on sale that early as well.
The problem is that the sales are lackluster. Sure, some stuff is slightly discounted, but it’s nothing to write home about.
I don’t know - with the world of online shopping and seemingly limitless quantities, Boxing Day just isn’t what it used to be. Maybe I’m just getting old and remembering the “good old days,” but sometimes I miss the excitement that used to exist around Boxing Day Shopping. Sure, we don’t need more stuff on Boxing Day, but the memories of going out scouring for deals hold a special place in my heart.
Are you going Boxing Day Shopping (or should I say “Boxing Week”!?) this year or staying home?
Interesting Fact #1
Boxing Day is observed annually on December 26. If it falls on a weekend, the public holiday itself will be celebrated on Monday. It became an official holiday during the reign of Queen Victoria, though some historians trace its origins back much further—to medieval times.
Interesting Fact #2
Many historians think Boxing Day’s name is derived from the church practice of opening alms boxes the day after Christmas and distributing money to the poor. Historically, British employers followed the church’s lead by sliding workers and servants gifts or cash on December 26.
Interesting Fact #3
Historically, Boxing Day’s post-Christmas sales have long made it one of the UK’s busiest shopping days of the year. And while it still falls within that category, the popularity of online shopping has reduced the overall spending people do on December 26.
Quote of the day
“Wisdom of the Ages: "Boxing Day" In the UK, the day after Christmas is named after the first activity that takes place between husband and wife after the Christmas receipts are added up.” ― Matthew D. Heines
Article of the day - The Boxing Day questions you’ve probably Googled
Boxing Day is the day after Christmas, and it has absolutely nothing to do with your empty gift boxes.
Here’s what you need to know about the holiday.
What is the point of Boxing Day?
It’s a day to give to the less fortunate. Way back during the Victorian era in Britain, servants were allowed time off to visit their families on December 26, since they had to work for their employers’ Christmas Day celebrations. It became such a standard practice that in 1871, a new holiday was born. It coincides with St. Stephen’s Day, a Christian holiday with similar themes of charity. When Boxing Day falls on a Saturday or Sunday, it’s observed on the following Monday.
So why call it Boxing Day?
There are a couple of theories. Some say it stems from when the wealthy would give boxes filled with small gifts, money and Christmas leftovers to their employees to recognize their service. Another theory is that churches put out boxes for people to give money to the poor, and the money was distributed the day after Christmas.
Where do you celebrate Boxing Day?
Wherever you’d like. But it’s really recognized in Great Britain and former British colonies, like Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
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I’m American. Can I still celebrate?
Of course. Join the fun. No one can stop you from being charitable.
What do you do on Boxing Day?
Some people like to go fox hunting or horse racing, as Saint Stephen was the patron saint of horses. Though fox hunting was banned in 2004, people still turn out regularly for the sport. For others, the day after Christmas is like the Friday after Thanksgiving in the United States – the ultimate bargain shopping extravaganza.
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Can I ask my employer for the day off?
It’s a bank holiday in the United Kingdom, so banks, government offices and most businesses are closed. If you’re somewhere else, like the United States, sorry, but you may find yourself back at work.
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