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walpurgis night

/vælˈpʊərɡɪs naɪt/

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/vælˈpʊərɡɪs naɪt/formal
  • ruТрадиционный европейский праздник, отмечаемый в ночь на 30 апреля, связанный с весной, колдовством и кострами. Название происходит от святой Вальпурги, английской миссионерки VIII века.

A traditional European festival celebrated on the night of April 30th, associated with spring, witchcraft, and bonfires. The name comes from Saint Walpurga, an 8th-century English missionary.

  1. B2formal

    A traditional spring festival celebrated on the night of April 30, often associated with bonfires, dancing, and folklore about witches.

    ruВальпургиева ночь

    • In Sweden, Walpurgis Night is celebrated with large bonfires and singing.
    • Many people dress up as witches for Walpurgis Night festivities.
    • The tradition of Walpurgis Night dates back to pre-Christian times.