What do you eat on Groundhog Day?

What do you eat on Groundhog Day?

On February 2, 1887, Groundhog Day, featuring a rodent meteorologist, is celebrated for the first time at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. … Groundhog Day has its roots in the ancient Christian tradition of Candlemas, when clergy would bless and distribute candles needed for winter.

How old is Punxsutawney Phil?

Phil is no ordinary groundhog. To start, there's his age: The average groundhog lives for four to six years, but Deeley insists that Phil is 134 years old. It's the result of the mysterious elixir the groundhog drinks every summer, each gulp of which extends his life span by seven years.

What does Groundhog Day determine?

We all know the rules of Groundhog Day. On February 2, a groundhog is said to forecast weather by looking for his shadow. If it's sunny out, and he sees it, we're in for six more weeks of winter. On the other hand, a cloudy Groundhog Day is supposed to mean an early spring.

Where do you go to see the groundhog?

One of the most popular landmarks in Punxsutawney and in Western PA is Gobbler's Knob. It is the site of the annual Groundhog Day celebration and where Punxsutawney Phil makes his prediction every February 2nd. Thousands of visitors come to Gobbler's Knob on Groundhog Day as well as throughout the rest of the year.

What time does Groundhog Day start?

The prognostication celebration starts at 3 a.m. EST Sunday at Gobbler's Knob in Punxsutawney. Phil makes his prediction around 7:25 a.m.