The practice has its roots in ancient pagan traditions that were persecuted by the Puritans.

In a nod to the past — the very old past — the village of Orland Park hosted a May Day celebration Saturday. The spring celebration can be traced back to Roman times, but the village’s historical ...

L. ALSACE TWP., Pa. - An event in Lower Alsace Township is honoring a tradition that goes back thousands of years. Mayfest is best known for the Maypole dance and the crowning of the Queen of the May.

Stephanie Block picks out flowers for a crown during La Primavera Festival, a spring celebration at Marjorie Park on Saturday, April 25, 2026. The festival included flower crowns, a maypole dance, and ...

Wearing flower crowns, attendees attendees of all ages assembled small May Day baskets using fresh flowers, while music ...

Last Friday, May 1, on a beautiful spring morning, members of the Junction City community met at the Junction City Park for ...

Duluth Farmers Market hosted a Mayday celebration, which included live folk music and the colorful tradition of dancing ...