Happy April Fools' Day

April Fools' Day is celebrated on April 1st each year as a day to play tricks and practical jokes on others. This type of custom has existed since Roman times when practical jokes were played on others during a festival called Hilaria.

April Fools' Day has been celebrated for many centuries but its origins are not known for certain. Some believe it began in France after New Year's Day was changed from April 1st to January 1st in the year 1582, but others date it back centuries earlier. Today April Fools' Day is popular in the United States, Canada, Brazil, Europe, and Australia.