Christmas day- ( December 25th )
On December 25th we celebrate the birth of Jesus , in the morning we go to the church . Afterwards , we gather all the family and we have a big meal . In Greece , we celebrate Christmas Day more than Christmas Eve .
Poland
Saint Nicholas Day ( december 6th )
In many Polish households , the morning of December 6th , in Polish referred to as MikoĊajki , is a wonderful moment for children . They find presents under their pillows or in their slippers . These are usually small toys or sweets because bigger presents are usually given on Christmas Eve .
Christmas Eve ( December 24th ) Christmas ( December 25th , 26th )
In Poland , Advent is the beginning of Christmas Time . It ' s a time when we try to be peaceful and remember the real reason for Christmas . During Advent , we prepare our houses for Christmas . Everything must be clean . Christmas Eve is known as Wigilia . Traditionally , we decorate the Christmas tree that day . The main Christmas meal is eaten in the evening . It ' s a tradition that no food is eaten until the first star is seen in the sky ! So children look at the night sky to spot the first star ! On the table there are 12 dishes . Everyone has to eat or at least try each dish . We sing carols together and then the presents are opened . Christmas Eve is finished by going to Church for a Midnight Mass service . The days after Christmas are often spent with family and friends .