Christmas Around the World Christmas in Norway Christmas in Norway is called Jul and is celebrated each year on December 25th. The season begins on December 13th with Saint Lucia Day ceremony. Christmas trees are set up on December 23rd and decorated with candles or white lights. December 24th is the main day to celebrate and families eat a special porridge with an almond hidden inside. Children wait for Julenissen to reward them for good behavior. Nisse, small gnomes, also bring presents to place under the tree.
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