St. Stephen's Day is celebrated on December 26 in Ireland and is dedicated to the Christian Saint Stephen, recognized as the first Christian martyr. This day is also known as the 'Day of the Wren,' stemming from an old tradition involving a wren that is believed to have betrayed St. Stephen. Historically, boys would hunt wrens, tying them to sticks to display around the village, collecting money for community celebrations. Although this practice has largely ceased, the name 'Day of the Wren' persists, especially in rural areas. St. Stephen's Day has Catholic roots, and many Christians attend special sermons on this day. It became a public holiday in Ireland following the Bank Holidays Act.