First annual NYC Wassail

Wes-hael! Start a new family tradition to help drive the cold winter away and hail the returning light. This centuries-old midwinter practice is a celebration of neighbors, the punch bowl, the Yule log, birds, beasts, and apple orchards. Sing boisterous wassail songs for house-visiting, enjoy performances from local dancers, hang toast on a tree, be greeted by a Mari Lwyd (see FAQs), and maybe even do a bit of dancing or playing yourself! Traditional Wassail refreshments to be served.

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