New Year's Day

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of a new year. The night before is called New Year’s Eve. Many people like to stay up until midnight and “ring in the new year”. There is excitement about looking forward to what a new year can bring. Many mark January 1st by making New Year’s Resolutions. This means that people try to better themselves and leave old habits behind.

Countries around the world celebrate New Year’s eve and the new year in a variety of ways. There can be parties, religious celebrations, family gatherings, and other ways to mark this special time on the calendar.