A time for people to reflect on the past year and set goals for the new
one, New Year’s Day is a holiday that is celebrated on January 1st,
marking the beginning of a new year according to the Gregorian calendar,
which is the most widely used civil calendar in the world. Many
celebrate New Year’s by attending parties and gatherings with friends
and family, and by participating in various traditions and rituals, such
as making resolutions, giving gifts, and going out to fireworks
displays. In many cultures, New Year’s Day is also marked by religious
observances, such as attending church services.