Half of Americans Will Celebrate Easter in Church
Easter may not be the top holiday for Americans, but half will still honor the holiday in church. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
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December 29, 2016
44% Resolve to Do Better Next Year
It’s almost time to bid 2016 farewell, and some Americans already have big plans for 2017.
December 23, 2016
20% of Men Are Last-Minute Shoppers This Christmas
As usual, men are waiting to the last minute to do their holiday shopping, but they’re also planning to spend more than women compared to a year ago.
December 23, 2016
Americans Are Ready for a Joyous Christmas
Americans overwhelmingly continue to celebrate Christmas, and it remains the nation's top holiday.
December 22, 2016
More Are Going A-Visiting This Christmas Season
More Americans will be having guests for the holidays.
December 14, 2016
Americans Want Christmas in Schools
Americans still strongly believe Christmas should be honored in public schools and should have a place on public land.
December 14, 2016
Americans Are Decking The Halls
Americans appear to be in more of a decorating mood this holiday season than ever before.
December 13, 2016
Holiday Shoppers Are Finishing At A Slower Pace This Year
While most Americans say they’ve started their holiday gift shopping, they are slower to finish this holiday season compared to previous years.
December 8, 2016
Americans Think Christmas Should Be About Jesus
Most Americans still say Jesus is the “reason for the season,” and want to keep the focus on Christmas when it comes to store signs.
December 1, 2016
The Internet's Where It's At For Holiday Shoppers
Has Cyber Monday taken the place of Black Friday?
November 29, 2016
Americans Aren’t Avoiding Politics During Holiday Gatherings
It may have been a contentious year in U.S. politics, but most Americans aren’t avoiding political discussions altogether when they spend time with family and friends this holiday season.
November 25, 2016
Most Americans Are Skipping Black Friday
Despite all the hype, most Americans are sitting out the Black Friday sales this year.
November 24, 2016
Most Say They Have Much To Be Thankful For
An overwhelming percentage of Americans still say they have a lot to be thankful for, even if they put slightly less importance on Thanksgiving as a holiday.
November 23, 2016
Most Americans Are Staying Put This Thanksgiving
Maybe it’s to host friends and family, maybe it’s to gear up for Black Friday shopping, or maybe there’s really just no place like home. Whatever the reason, most Americans don’t plan on traveling away from home this Thanksgiving.
November 21, 2016
Americans Are In A Spending Mood This Thanksgiving
This Friday is Black Friday, often known as the biggest shopping day of the year and an unofficial kickoff to the holiday shopping season. And this year, Americans are ready to shop and spend even more.
October 31, 2016
Most Say Halloween Is Not Just For Kids
Halloween still doesn’t register as an important holiday for most Americans, but they also continue to say adults are just as welcome to get in on the fun.
September 5, 2016
Do Americans Remember the ‘Labor’ in Labor Day?
For half of Americans, summer’s over now 'cause it’s Labor Day.
July 4, 2016
Independence Day Still Ranks High For Americans
Most Americans still place high importance on the Fourth of July, although most aren’t planning any travel this holiday weekend.
May 30, 2016
Most Will Honor The Fallen This Memorial Day
A sizable number of Americans regard Memorial Day as an important national holiday, and most plan on doing something special to honor those who have given their lives for their country.
