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May Day

May Day. Created by Zack Moore and ellie mohon. May Day Description. May day is related to the Celtic festival of Beltane and the German festival of Walpurgis Night. It is an ancient festival to welcome spring weather and drive away evil spirits. Where It’s Celebrated. Finland France

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May Day

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  1. May Day Created by Zack Moore and elliemohon

  2. May Day Description • May day is related to the Celtic festival of Beltane and the German festival of Walpurgis Night. • It is an ancient festival to welcome spring weather and drive away evil spirits

  3. Where It’s Celebrated • Finland • France • Germany • Ireland • Romania • Sweden • Australia • The biggest celebration is in Germany

  4. Origins • People believed that May 1st is a dangerous night to be out on, so they lit fires and danced to drive away evil spirits.

  5. Religious Affiliation • May Day has no connection with religion • It is a pagan celebration

  6. Symbols • Flowers symbolize spring and summer

  7. Traditions • Maypole dancing • Decorating houses • Young women wash faces in early morning dew

  8. Fun Facts • In Hawaii, it is known as Lei Day • During pre-Christian times, May 1st was seen as the first day of summer

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