Ethiopian Christmas, known as Genna, is one of the most important religious celebrations in Ethiopia, observed on January 7 by the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. Genna is a deeply spiritual and cultural event, marked by fasting, prayer, and community unity. In the days leading up to Christmas, believers observe a 43-day fast, ending with an all-night church service on Christmas Eve. Worshippers dress in traditional white garments called Netela made with shammane, symbolizing purity. One of the most famous celebrations takes place in Lalibela, where thousands gather at the ancient rock-hewn churches for prayers, hymns, and candlelit processions. After church, families come together to share traditional meals, often featuring doro wot (spicy chicken stew) and injera. In some regions, people play a traditional game also called Genna, similar to field hockey, reflecting joy and togetherness. Overall, Ethiopian Christmas is less about commercial gifts and more about faith, humility, heritage, and community, making it a powerful expression of Ethiopia’s rich spiritual identity and cultural continuity.