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Mar
St. Urho's Day is a fun holiday celebrated on March 16th, mainly by Finnish-Americans. It's like a pretend holiday where people wear purple and green to honor a make-believe hero named St. Urho. The story says he chased away grasshoppers from Finland, saving the grape crops. This day is filled with parades, parties, and dressing up. It's similar to St. Patrick's Day, but it celebrates Finnish heritage instead of Irish. People enjoy it as a playful way to remember and celebrate their Finnish roots with friends and family.
How to celebrate St. Urhos Day?
Wear purple and green clothes to start the day. Have fun by making grasshopper crafts or drawings since St. Urho is known for chasing them away. Enjoy a yummy meal with Finnish foods like fish or bread. Try saying a funny poem about grasshoppers with your family and friends. Have a little parade with your friends, holding flags or funny signs. You could even have a pretend play where you and your friends act out the story of St. Urho. Finish the day with some candy or dessert to make it extra special. Remember to have lots of fun and laughs!
Where St. Urhos Day is celebrated?
- - United States
- - Canada
