Robert Burns Day, also known as Burns Night, is observed worldwide every January 25 to commemorate the birthday of Robert Burns, a celebrated Scottish poet born in 1759. The day is marked by Burns suppers, which originated in 1801 to honor the fifth anniversary of Burns's death but have since shifted to celebrate his birthday. These gatherings typically begin with a piper playing traditional Scottish music, followed by a welcoming speech from the host. A key feature of the meal is haggis, a savory pudding served with mashed neeps and potatoes, which is ceremonially addressed and cut open by reciting Burns's "Address to a Haggis." Guests also share speeches, toasts, and recite Burns's poetry, culminating in the singing of "Auld Lang Syne." The event is particularly popular in Scotland, where it is more widely observed than Saint Andrew’s Day.