Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, is a vibrant celebration held the day before Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of Lent in the Christian calendar. This tradition is steeped in history and ...

IrishCentral Contributor Ethan Rooney takes a look at how Ireland's cultural roots are being brought to the fore of modern-day contemporary life.

The kukeri festival (pictured) is a colorful tradition in which men wear intricate costumes and masks depicting mythical ...

"Wassail!" yelled the crowd. "Cider for everyone!" In an orchard by a Welsh castle, hundreds of people gathered to wish good ...

Watching a groundhog emerge from a cozy burrow in early February feels quintessentially American, but the tradition of turning to animals to predict the spring comes from pre-Christian pagan ...

Every year during this month, the small town of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, becomes the center of attention for a quirky and beloved tradition: Groundhog Day. This fun celebration, featuring the famou ...

Wassail!” yelled the crowd. “Cider for everyone!” In an orchard by a Welsh castle, hundreds of people gathered to wish good health ...