Holiday Traditions - Facts for Kids

In the United Arab Emirates, shopping malls stay open very late during Ramadan, so people can shop and eat after breaking their fast!

In Turkey, especially in cities like Istanbul, there is a centuries-old tradition where drummers, known as Ramadan drummers, walk through neighborhoods before dawn to wake residents for suhoor (the pre-dawn meal).

Oktoberfest has its own special police force called the “Wiesnwache” who wear traditional Bavarian uniforms and help keep everyone safe while they have fun!

Venetian masks were first mentioned in the 1200s in Venice, and people wore them to hide who they were — so rich and poor could mix and enjoy parties without anyone knowing their social rank!

Beliefs and Superstitions

During Chinese New Year, it’s considered unlucky to break items like dishes, plates, or glassware.