Cadre Day
Description:
On this day, as in March, the streets are worn out. They go home. So don’t be alarmed if you open the door to a bell or knock and see three or even seven kids who have their faces painted and their clothes are not quite ordinary. They just want to sing you a song and get treats in return.
Kadripäev came to Estonia with Christianity in the 12th century. Then the holy works of autumn were replaced on the day of the memory of St. Katarina (Kadri).
On this day it was customary to wear white or light clothes. For Estonians, this day has always meant a tribute to traditions and traditions.
It was believed that on this day you can judge the weather in the future:
If this day was a thaw, then on Andres Day (November 30) it will be cold.
If on Kadrin Day there was a strong wind or storm, then it was considered to be good weather by Christmas.
On this day, autumn turns into winter.
The weather on November 25 will be the same on Candle Day (February 2).
People in ancient times believed that on this day you can not spin, sew and shear sheep. On Kadrin Day it was impossible to cook chicken soup, it was believed that otherwise chickens would eat all the cabbage.