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Boxing Day, celebrated on December 26th, is a public holiday in Curaçao, an island nation within the Dutch Caribbean. It follows Christmas Day and is part of the festive season.
The origins of Boxing Day are rooted in British history, traditionally the day when churches would open their alms boxes to distribute money to the poor. As a former colony of the Netherlands, Curaçao has integrated some European customs into its local traditions.
In Curaçao, Boxing Day doesn't have a distinct historical tradition separate from its general recognition as a day for continued celebration and relaxation following Christmas. It is not marked by specific island-wide customs but rather considered an extension of Christmas festivities.
On Boxing Day, residents of Curaçao often:
Boxing Day on Curaçao reflects its multicultural influences by offering a laid-back continuation of holiday merriment.