St. Martin's Day is observed on November 11 and celebrates the feast day of Saint Martin of Tours, a Roman soldier who became a bishop. The day is marked by various customs, including Mass in honor of Martin and festivities that signal the end of autumn and the beginning of winter in the agricultural calendar. Celebrations often involve feasting on goose, similar to Thanksgiving, and the availability of brewed beer and wine. In some regions, festivities commence at 11:11 a.m. on November 11 or on St. Martin's Eve, November 10. Children participate by carrying lanterns through the streets, singing songs in exchange for candy. The tradition has spread from France to the Low Countries, the British Isles, and other parts of Europe, where it is also known as Martinmas.