Christmas is a crucial celebration in Norway, particularly in rural and coastal areas the place conventional customs are nonetheless adopted
On Christmas Eve, the workday ends within the afternoon, and households gown up for the event. A particular custom includes households making their very own Christmas tree decorations, moderately than shopping for mass-produced ones.
Christmas Eve (Julaften) is the principle celebration in Norway. Households come collectively for a festive meal and change presents. Singing Christmas carols is a crucial a part of the night, with everybody holding palms and strolling across the Christmas tree in two circles shifting in reverse instructions.
For individuals who comply with previous superstitions, all brooms are hidden on Christmas Eve, because it was believed that witches and mischievous spirits would seem that night time and use brooms for flying.
One other custom options Nisse, an elf-like creature who takes care of cattle. Kids go away a bowl of particular porridge for Nisse, or he may play tips on them.
On Christmas Day, after church companies, kids go to neighbours to sing Christmas carols, generally known as Julebukk. In return, they obtain treats. The Julebukk custom differs throughout varied areas in Norway.
