Swedes attend church in the early morning of Christmas. Christmas is generally quiet and spent with loved ones. Christmas officially ends on January 13th. Since the United States is a melting pot of cultures there are endless traditions. Christmas begins in November with stores selling their goods.
People shop till they drop.
November 26th is the traditional start of shopping. Children write letters to Santa and visit with him at local malls. Children are often in Christmas pageants, plays and musical recitals. Many children receive Advent Calendars on December 1st to count down until the big day. Homes are decorated inside and out with lighted trees, wreaths, mistletoe and lighted outside displays.