Punxsutawney Phil, the celebrity groundhog that we know and love will be greatly anticipated on this day to spring out of his burrow. If he sees his shadow and he submerges back into the hole, it is said that winter will go on for another six weeks. Every year, we can watch Punxsutawney Phil emerge from his burrow either in person or on television. If you are planning to throw a party on this day, consider recording the emergence to replay for the guests later on. There was also popular movie made in 1993 that features this holiday called (can you guess it?); yep, Groundhog Day. It is a classic movie to play for guests or simply just watch with your family if you choose to keep your day low key.

To stir things up a bit and make it interesting, hold a bet to whether or not the groundhog will see his shadow. Award the winners with small party favors, such as groundhog shaped chocolates. Whether your party is indoors or outdoors, food is always a

Arrange for a face painter to paint the kids’ faces as hedgehogs, put on a Groundhog Day puppet show or even a magic show to educate the children on the history of this special day. Have a character come dressed in a groundhog costume to talk to the children about the story of Punxsutawney Phil. If you are having a picnic, renting a jumper or a bounce house will gladly satisfy the children’s need for some excitement besides a groundhog coming out of the ground.