: Groups of young men (carolers) dressed in traditional folk costumes, wearing hats decorated with popcorn and crane-box.
Food is central to the "Byala Koleda" experience, symbolizing abundance and the earth's gifts: byala_koleda
The heart of a "White Christmas" in Bulgaria is the , a ritual that begins at midnight on Christmas Eve. : Groups of young men (carolers) dressed in
: In exchange for their songs, they receive Koledni gevreci (round ritual breads), meat, wine, or money. Ritual Breads and Food byala_koleda
: They go from house to house singing carols that are believed to chase away evil spirits and bring health to the family.