New Year’s Eve: History and Celebration
Expand All Guide SectionsNew Year's Eve Party Tips
New Year’s is renowned for celebrations. You don’t want to procrastinate, be without ... read more »
New Year's Day Events
Not all the fun takes place on the eve of the New Year. In the United States, football fans settle ... read more »
Keeping New Year’s Resolutions
The day after New Year’s Day usually marks the date when we break our New Year’s ... read more »
New Year's History, Traditions and Superstitions
You’re sitting in front of the TV next to your significant other, champagne in hand, counting down the minutes until the ball drops. But why are you here? You’re witnessing the end of a year and celebrating fresh beginnings, but is that really all that New Year’s is about? The links in this section uncover New Year's history, superstitions and traditions.
Insights for New Year's History, Superstitions and Traditions
- Not every source on the Internet agrees on the history of New Year’s; that's because the origins are unclear and/or debatable. In other words, don’t rely on one source for your information.
- For information about New Year’s celebrations in countries other than the United States, take a look at the “New Year's Traditions Around the World” section.
Top Sites for New Year's History, Superstitions and Traditions
New Year's Traditions Around the World
Some type of New Year’s tradition, either jubilant or solemn, exists for every culture, even ... read more »
