It's become fairly common to have children open one or two gifts on Christmas Eve. Often the early gifts are something that would be useful immediately, such as new pajamas or a new outfit or accessory for Christmas Eve services.
Opening presents on Christmas day.
from the tv show phineas and ferb
Germany has may traditions around Christmas. In many families, it is still a custom to sing Christmas songs around the tree before opening up presents.
opening presents
Because everybody is busy opening their christmas presents.
Because it is fun! Opening presents RULE! I can't wait for Christmas!
"Christmas would'nt be Christmas without any presents" is the opening line in "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott.
The tradition of opening their presents at breakfast was broken when their mother became very sick.
For me, Christmas Joy, is watching my three young Grandchildren opening Santa's presents!
opening presents eating with family singing
They celebrate by throwing large partys and opening presents on christmas eve.
After the bell is rung in Austria to signal the opening of a locked door on Christmas Eve, children are permitted to see the Christmas tree for the first time. This tradition is known as the "Bescherung" in Austria, where the tree is usually decorated and placed behind the locked door to surprise the children. The children are excited to finally see the beautifully decorated tree and the presents that have been placed underneath it. It is a special moment that marks the beginning of the gift-giving and celebration of Christmas in Austrian households.