Festivus - Wikipedia
Festivus (/ ˈfɛstɪvəs /) is a secular holiday celebrated on December 23 as an alternative to the perceived pressures and commercialism of the Christmas season.
What is Festivus? How the 'Seinfeld' bit became a real-world holiday
Dec 22, 2025 · What is Festivus? Festivus is a fictional holiday created on the sitcom "Seinfeld" as a secular, anti-consumerist response to Christmas. Known for the catchphrase "Festivus for the rest of …
Festivus: When is it? What is it? Which 'Seinfeld' episode is it?
Dec 22, 2025 · You might know Festivus, the quirky secular holiday, from its feature in the 1997 "Seinfeld" episode, "The Strike." In it, George Costanza, played by Jason Alexander, talks about the …
Festivus, the 'Seinfeld'-Inspired Holiday, Has Unexpected Roots
Dec. 23 has been deemed Festivus after it was written into 'Seinfeld' nearly 30 years ago. That episode's writer tells The Hollywood Reporter about his father and how his invented holiday originated.
Festivus 2025 is here! What to know about the 'Seinfeld' holiday
Dec 23, 2025 · Festivus is an anti-commercialist holiday celebrated on December 23, popularized by a 1997 "Seinfeld" episode. The holiday was based on a real family tradition started in the 1960s by the …
Festivus is upon us. What to know about the 'Seinfeld' holiday
Dec 23, 2025 · Festivus traditions Festivus traditions are the antithesis of more familiar holiday practices, according to the official Festivus website.
What Is Festivus? The Real Origins of the ‘Seinfeld’ Holiday
Dec 15, 2025 · What is Festivus? Festivus is a made-up holiday that originated with the TV show “Seinfeld.” It’s celebrated in Season 9, Episode 10 (“The Strike”), which first aired on December 18, …
What to know about the origin and rules of 'Festivus'
Dec 23, 2025 · Fictional holiday became a phenomenon after being popularized on the 1990s sitcom "Seinfeld." here are the rules of how to celebrate it.
The True Story Behind Seinfeld's Festivus Makes The Holiday Classic ...
Dec 22, 2025 · Festivus is one of the enduring creations of Seinfeld, and the made-up, secular holiday was actually the real-life tradition of someone from the show.
Festivus: The History of the Holiday Celebrations
Feb 25, 2025 · Festivus is a unique holiday celebrated on December 23rd, gaining popularity as a lighthearted alternative to the traditional Christmas festivities. The holiday was invented by author …