Dia do Saci
Portuguese edit
Etymology edit
Literally, “Saci Day”, based on the Saci from Brazilian folklore.
This commemorative date was originally proposed in 2003 as a Brazilian replacement for Halloween (and taking place on the same date as well).[1]
Proper noun edit
- A yearly celebration of Brazilian culture and folklore on October 31.
Usage notes edit
In Brazil, this celebration is sometimes associated with an opposition against Halloween, and more generally against American influence.[1]
References edit
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 2017, Tiago Faria - Dia do Saci: entenda a origem da resposta brasileira ao Halloween