From France to Iceland to the United States, April Fools' Day is celebrated with practical jokes and elaborate hoaxes.

More speculation: It’s from Roman Saturnalia, Druidic rites in Britain, the medieval celebration of the Feast of Fools, or ...

Jokesters, internet influencers, athletes, and even big-name companies will soon launch a barrage of comedic events and faux product launches, all in the name of a good time on April Fools' Day.

Beware: April Fools' Day, every prankster's favorite day, is nearly upon us. The unofficial holiday encourages pulling light-hearted pranks, practical jokes, hoaxes or hijinks on others.

While it’s not an official holiday, April Fools’ Day is celebrated across the world, with individuals and even major brands joining in on the fun. But where did this tradition of playful ...

People have always been stymied about the origins of April Fools' Day, dating all the way back to the late Middle Ages (as far as academics could confidently say). In 1760, the parody periodical ...

Pranks, jokes and hoaxes are all part of the April Fools' Day tradition.How did it get started? No one really knows for sure.Calendar changeSome historians speculate it dates all the way back to 1582.