In Ireland, a special festival known as St. John's Eve is celebrated. It's a wonderful time when people gather to share stories, sing songs, and enjoy a big bonfire. This festival is celebrated on the 23rd of June every year, marking the start of the summer season.
The bonfire is a big part of the celebration. It's not just any ordinary fire. It's a large and carefully built fire that lights up the night. The bonfire is a symbol of the warmth and light of the summer sun. People gather around the bonfire to enjoy the warmth, share stories, and have fun.
One of the exciting activities for children at the festival is the 'jumping over the bonfire' game. In this game, kids take turns jumping over a small, safe part of the bonfire. It's believed that jumping over the fire can bring good luck. However, the fire is well-controlled and monitored by adults, so it's safe for the children.
Children also enjoy the 'treasure hunt' game. In this game, small toys or sweets are hidden around the area, and the children have to find them. It's a lot of fun and can keep the children busy and entertained for hours.
St. John's Eve is a special time for some people of Ireland. It's a time to celebrate the start of summer, to share stories and songs, and to enjoy the warmth of a big bonfire. So if you find yourself in Ireland on the 23rd of June, don't forget to join the celebration and enjoy the bonfire!