The Yule Lads are one of several Icelandic Christmas traditions rooted in folklore. During the 13 days leading up to ...

These traditions, dating back to the Middle Ages, were born out of the darkest time of the year to symbolize the return of ...

With only a few hours of light each day in December, the Swedes embrace the darkness by candlelight. From the lighting of the ...

A small city about an hour’s drive from Wichita was recognized by popular home improvement network HGTV as being the best in Kansas to visit for Christmas. Lindsborg, with a population of more than ...

The month of December in Lindsborg is full of holiday cheer with traditional Swedish celebrations, a fun parade and more.

Kalle Anka, or Donald Duck, is a big part of Sweden's culture. Here's how a 1958 made-for-TV special made its way into tradition.

It is no secret that the Vancouver Canucks have a long tradition of Swedes in the organization. From the Hall of Fame Sedins to current general manager Patrik Allvin and everything in between. In ...

Every December we return to our hometown, attend Christmas Eve service in the church where we grew up and where our parents ...

This is “Small Bites,” a South Florida Sun Sentinel feature with tiny tidbits on the food and beverage scene — because we know that sometimes you just don’t have room for a long article. You want a ...

The Chicago Blackhawks have their traditions, like a lot of teams, but interim head coach Anders Sorensen and assistant coach Derek King share one of their own. “The Swedish Christmas,” King said with ...