St. Lucy's Day is observed on December 13 and honors the martyr Lucia of Syracuse. The feast is celebrated in regions of Italy and has gained special recognition in Finland and Scandinavia, where it is particularly popular. Originally observed on the winter solstice, the date was shifted to December 13 due to calendar reforms. Traditional festivities involve girls and women dressed in white robes, with the chosen representative of St. Lucy wearing a red sash and a crown or wreath of candles, symbolizing the fire that did not consume her during her martyrdom. In Scandinavian customs, the eldest daughter wakes early to don her white attire, sing "Sankta Lucia," and serve coffee and saffron buns to the family. The celebration reflects a blend of religious and folk traditions, particularly in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland.