The Festivus Pole is a simple, unadorned aluminum pole used in the celebration of Festivus, a holiday created as a parody of traditional Christmas festivities. It was popularized by the television show Seinfeld in the 1990s. The pole symbolizes the rejection of commercialism and the embrace of a more straightforward, honest approach to holiday celebrations. Festivus is celebrated on December 23rd and includes unique traditions such as the "Airing of Grievances" and "Feats of Strength." The Festivus Pole stands as a central element of the holiday, representing a humorous alternative to the decorated Christmas tree.