Netherlands

St. Stephen's Day

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On the second day of Christmas, December 26, Protestants attend various concerts, and Catholics have a memorial day for St. Stephen, who is considered the patron saint of livestock, especially horses. In temples, hay and oats are consecrated.

In the village, the boys carry hay around the houses, leaving a scrap for the cow in each house, and the owners treat them. Horse competitions are organized everywhere. On this day, everyone exchanges Christmas gifts.

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