Groups of children go from house to house starting very early in the morning, sometimes even after midnight on the 23rd.
The traditional Romanian carol (Good Morning on Christmas Eve) is one of the oldest and most recognizable carols performed by children in Romania. Known for its direct and rhythmic refrain, "Ne dați ori nu ne dați?" (Are you giving us something or not?), it marks the beginning of the winter holiday celebrations on the morning of December 24. Historical and Cultural Significance ne_dati_ori_nu_ne_dati_buna_dimineata_la_mos_ajun
This carol is considered a "secular" or "laic" carol, focusing more on community tradition than religious dogma. Ethnographers suggest it may have pre-Christian roots, sharing similarities with ancient pagan rituals performed during the Kalends of January . Groups of children go from house to house
Historically, children under 12 were viewed as "bringers of luck" due to their perceived purity. Their visit was intended to ensure health and prosperity for the household in the coming year. In some regions, like Southern Romania or Oltenia, these caroling children are known as . Traditions and Rituals Their visit was intended to ensure health and