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

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.

April Fools' Day is celebrated worldwide, and many countries have their own unique pranks and jokes. In France, paper fish are often put on someone's back as a joke because the fish are said to be young and, therefore, easily caught. The prank is called the "April Fish," and those who get the fish placed on their backs are seen as gullible.

From a drone that delivers donuts, a tuxedo and flip flop dress code, or one Ozarks First anchor joking about leaving the station, companies across the area had fun with April Fool’s Day 2025. Here’s a few of the jokes that Springfield-area businesses and agencies posted on their Facebook pages.

Cities and members of local Facebook groups took full advantage of April Fool’s Day. Check out some of the best pranks.

Cassandra celebrated Margaret Ann Salick’s 102nd birthday on April 1, and walked away with some great advice, and a piece of cake.