The day eventually evolved into what we know it today. In 1886, Groundhog Day was acknowledged for the first time in Punxsutawney by a local newspaper, Weathers Wags, according to the club. In 1887, the first official pilgrimage to see Phil on Gobbler’s Knob while he made his predictions were made.

To many, Punxsutawney Phil is the official groundhog for Groundhog Day. And crowds of revelers will be waiting for his prediction.

Groundhog Day” musical aims to repeat movie’s success with veteran director David Lear at the helm of the 6th Street Playhouse production.

Groundhog Day is this weekend. Here's everything you need to know about the tradition and how to see the all-knowing groundhogs make their predictions.