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21 Boxing Day Trivia Questions To Unwrap The Day After Christmas

Boxing Day: for many, it’s a day to relax after the Christmas festivities, munch on leftovers, and maybe even hit some post-holiday sales. But what’s behind the name? Is it related to the sport of boxing or is there a deeper historical significance? From its British origins to its Commonwealth celebrations, Boxing Day is a holiday steeped in tradition and varied customs.

This set of Boxing Day trivia questions and answers will whisk you on a journey across cultures and centuries. You’ll discover the rich tapestry of events and traditions that have shaped this unique holiday. Whether you’ve always enjoyed the day as a cozy post-Christmas respite or you’re simply curious about its place in global festivities, these questions will challenge and enlighten you. So, as the Christmas carols fade and a new day dawns, are you ready to see how much you really know about December 26th?

For a broader festive perspective, don’t miss our Christmas trivia, New Year’s Day quiz and Winter trivia.

Boxing Day became a bank holiday in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland in what year?

1666

1776

1955

1871

What is Boxing Day also known as?

St Paul Joe Day

St Stephen’s Day

Black Friday

St Patrick’s Day

What day of the week is Boxing Day in 2023?

Monday

Friday

Sunday

Tuesday

What is the traditional meal eaten on Boxing Day in the UK?

Dumplings

Sausage Rolls

Fish N Chips

Hamburgers

What famous rock drummer was born on Boxing Day in 1963?

Ringo Starr

Dave Grohl

Lars Ulrich

Charlie Watts

Which American President died on Boxing Day in 2006?

Gerald Ford

George HW Bush

Richard Nixon

Ronald Reagan

In Germany, Boxing Day is known as ‘Zweiter Feiertag’, which translates to what?

Double Take

On Sale

Holiday On Ice

Second Celebration

Boxing Day became a bank holiday in Scotland in what year?

1971

1554

1999

1871

When is Boxing Day?

Day After Christmas

Sames As Christmas

Day After New Years

Day Before Christmas

Which European country celebrates “Second Christmas Day” on Boxing Day?

The Netherlands

Ukraine

Spain

Jamaica

In 2022, UK retailers had what percentage gain in Boxing Day sales figures over 2021?

5 Percent

20 Percent

10 Percent

50 Percent

Boxing Day got its name when what Queen held the throne?

Elizabeth

Mary

Victoria

Anne Boleyn

Storm Lothar was a devastating European windstorm that hit on Boxing Day of what year?

1990

1988

1999

1955

In the United Kingdom, which sports matches are popular on Boxing Day?

Tennis

Boxing

Football

Golf

What movie actor who was in the film “Suicide Squad” was born on Boxing Day in 1971?

Vince Vaughn

Jared Leto

Simon Pegg

Matt Damon

The Junkanoo festival started yearly on Boxing Day in what country?

Sweden

Canada

Bahamas

Italy

What is Boxing Day known as in Ireland?

Irish Pride Day

Battle of the Boyne

St Patrick’s Day

Wren Day

What zodiac sign are you if you were born on Boxing Day?

Capricorn

Taurus

Libra

Cancer

A Boxing Day Cricket Test match is played in what Australian city every year?

Sydney

Melbourne

Perth

Adelaide

What is a popular activity in England to do on Boxing Day?

Nap

Go To Movies

Picnic In Park

Shopping

In what country is Boxing Day celebrated as the Day of Goodwill?

Guam

Vietnam

Usa

South Africa

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