Where did Christmas in July come from? | 9 News Australia

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Have you ever wondered where ‘Christmas in July’ actually came from? 🎅✨

While December is the traditional time for holiday trees, presents, and caroling, July holds a special place for festive lovers who just can’t wait to celebrate! In this video, 9News explores the history behind this mid-year tradition, from 19th-century French opera and early 1900s American summer camps, to the beginning of Australia’s own Yulefest tradition. 🏔️🍷

In this video, you’ll discover:

0:00 – Intro: The Christmas in July Trend

0:32 – Supermarkets & TikTok: Why it’s booming today

1:03 – The Early Origins: French Opera & American Vaudeville

1:38 – Keystone Camp & 1940s Hollywood

2:16 – Australia’s Blue Mountains Yulefest Legend

4:00 – Outro: How do you celebrate?

Are you a fan of celebrating Christmas twice a year, or do you stick strictly to December? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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