The day after Christmas is celebrated as Boxing Day throughout parts of Europe. While celebrated primarily as a shopping day in the United Kingdom, Boxing Day was originally recognized throughout Europe as St. Stephen's Day, a continuation of the Christmas celebration. 

towns throughout Britain practiced local traditions, including a charity football match and a Boxing Day dance. In other countries, including the Czech Republic and Finland, the day brought traditional celebrations, including a swim in Prague's Vltava river and walks along the seaside in Helsinki and the Netherlands.

In other countries, including the Czech Republic and Finland, the day brought traditional celebrations, including a swim in Prague's Vltava river and walks along the seaside in Helsinki and the Netherlands.

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