Make your own May Day baskets with our sweet ideas and free printable designs.
If you’re looking for a way to celebrate spring, consider adopting this sweet tradition this year.
Here’s how to celebrate May Day.
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What Is May Day?
The first of these celebrations dates back to about 500 B.C.E.
Floralia was celebrated between late April and early May and typically lasted a whole week.
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It was a celebration of springtime and new life.
When Is May Day?
This year, May Day is Thursday, May 1, 2025. and leave them for friends and neighbors to enjoy.
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(Spoiler alert: They always knew it was me.)
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this holiday is celebrated in many countries.
This includes the United States, Canada, and areas in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
May Day is the result of several springtime celebrations condensed into one.
However, it does have roots embedded in pagan traditions over 2,000 years old.
