April Fools' Day

pranks · jokes · traditions

Trick Day Tradition. April Fools' Day happens every year on April 1st, and it's a day when people play harmless practical jokes and pranks on their friends, family, and neighbors.

The Big Reveal. After playing a prank, the joker usually shouts 'April Fool!' or 'April Fools!' to let the person know they've been tricked and it was all just for fun.

Media Joins In. Newspapers, TV stations, and websites sometimes create fake news stories or silly announcements on April Fools' Day, and they reveal the jokes the next day to show they were only having fun.

Worldwide Tradition. Playing pranks on April 1st is a custom found in many Western countries, and it's been a popular way for people to have fun together for a long time throughout history.