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

Christmas in the Middle Ages wasn’t all warm fires and festive feasts - especially if you weren’t wealthy. In this episode, we explore how people really experienced the holiday season, from fasting ...

Some people observe December 25 as sacred and also mark January 6 as “Old Christmas.” We’ve all heard of traditional Christmas carols like “Jingle Bells” and “Deck the Halls,” but what about “The ...

However, beyond what it's come to be known as, this highly anticipated day has a rich history that stretches back centuries. Long before Christmas became associated with Christ's birth, various ...

Your halls are nicely decked. So are all the railings and risers to each floor. Cabinetry is decked, the doorway looks fabulous and even the deck is decked. You feel like you’ve been decked. Just rest ...