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Winter solstice

Celebration
The winter solstice, also called the hibernal solstice, occurs when either of Earth's poles reaches its maximum tilt away from the Sun. This happens twice yearly, once in each hemisphere.
The winter solstice, also called the hibernal solstice,... Wikipedia and Wikipedia
Date: Saturday, December 21, 2024
Also called: Midwinter; the Shortest Day; the Longest Night
Celebrations: Feasting
Observed by: Various cultures
Related to: Winter festivals
Significance: Beginning of lengthening days and shortening nights