Wondering why April 1 is all about jokes and hoaxes? Here’s a deep dive into the strange history and uncertain origins of April Fools’ Day, from calendar mix-ups to medieval pranks.

With March coming to an end, it is almost time for April Fools' Day. Celebrated annually on April 1, the holiday is known for its pranks, jokes and laughs, whether shared in real life or over social media.

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

Today is April 1, April Fools’ Day, the annual holiday that celebrates pranking, hoaxes, and all manner of horseplay and tomfoolery. But why? Where did this faux holiday come from? Why do we do this to each other, and when will we finally just stop?

Every year, April Fools' Day is celebrated on April 1, which is on a Tuesday this year. Many historians trace April Fools' Day back to 1582, though the History Channel and the Library of Congress report its exact origins are unclear.

If you find yourself the target of a prank this year, just remember to take it in stride. After all, it’s tradition!

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On April Fools' Day in 1965, the Columbus Evening Dispatch attempted a prank that left some readers in a panic. On page 1B of the paper, a photo ran that showed the top half of the iconic LeVeque Tower in downtown Columbus breaking off and falling into the Scioto River.