When did Festivus begin? Is December 23 a Festivus?

Festivus is a humorous, non-traditional holiday that originated as a parody on the television sitcom “Seinfeld.” It was created by author Daniel O’Keefe, whose son, Dan O’Keefe, was a writer for “Seinfeld.”

The holiday gained cultural recognition through the “Seinfeld” episode titled “The Strike,” which originally aired on December 18, 1997.

December 23rd has become a day for those seeking a humorous and unconventional way to mark the holiday season, free from the conventional trappings of Christmas.

The proper Festivus greeting, as humorously portrayed in the “Seinfeld” episode titled “The Strike,” is “Happy Festivus!” This greeting is typically exchanged straightforwardly, lacking the festive embellishments associated with traditional holiday greetings

In the fictional world of “Seinfeld,” Festivus is presented as an alternative to the commercialism and stress associated with traditional holidays like Christmas. Festivus is a fun and quirky way to enjoy the holiday season without the stress and pressure of conventional holidays.