Are you looking for a Groundhog Day countdown? Well, you've come to the right place! Here we count down to Groundhog Day every year.
What Is Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day is a popular tradition in the United States and Canada. It is said that if the groundhog sees his shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. If he doesn't see his shadow, then spring will come early.
When Is Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day is always celebrated on February 2nd.
Why Do We Celebrate Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day has been around for a long time. The tradition is said to have started with the ancient Celts. They would celebrate a holiday called Imbolc, which was a festival that marked the beginning of spring. The Celts would watch for animals, like groundhogs, to see if they could find their shadows. If they saw their shadows, it meant that winter was not over yet.