For Medieval peasants, life certainly wasn’t easy. But the stretches of time for rest and leisure were enviable.

This included the election of a boy bishop who could make laws, dress up in vestments and even declare holidays - like an ...

This article was originally published on mentalfloss.com as 8 Medieval Christmas Traditions to Liven Up Your Holiday Party.

In the late Middle Ages, Christianity was widespread in Europe and Christmas celebrations every December were the norm in ...

Discover the history and cultural traditions of Christmas caroling across Europe and America, highlighting iconic carols and ...

When we think of eating in the medieval era, we often envision wooden banquet tables, goblets, elaborate salt cellars, and giant turkey legs. Banquet tables were even more adorned on Christmas, at ...

The festive season in medieval Christendom included many traditions that are not echoed in the current celebrations, and a few that are. Here are seven that capture the spirit of Christmas and New ...

A Medieval Christmas market is returning to Lincoln. The event will take place from 4 to 7 December at St Mary le Wigford Church in the city centre and at St Mary's Guildhall, just off High Street.

This week, Continuum presents a program of medieval Christmas music, most of which is unknown to modern day listeners. Beginning with Aquitanian selections of the 12th century, the program progresses ...

Discover the magic of German Christmas markets in Stuttgart, Rothenburg, and Munich. Learn about Glühwein, local crafts, and 500-year-old holiday traditions.