In Germany and among German-Americans, a longstanding tradition is to hide a pickle-shaped ornament in the Christmas tree.

Germany is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition. Back in the 1600s, trees displayed in homes were not ...

The Christmas pickle was originally called Weihnachtsgurke, a German word ... ornaments became popular, this tradition is likely to be a hit with your kids. A pickle ornament can also be a ...

Many American children, for example, are known to leave milk, cookies, and the occasional reindeer-friendly snack, such as a carrot, but it's common for kids ... Christmas night. It's also ...

While people from all over the globe celebrate Christmas, how the holiday is observed may vary depending on where you are.

Despite the change in name, German Christmas traditions have endured. Emily Burack (she/her) is the Senior News Editor for Town & Country, where she covers entertainment, celebrities, the royals ...