The Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, occurs every year on the new moon of the first lunar month, about the beginning of spring (Lichun).

1 day ago · A New Year festival is any of the social, cultural, and religious observations worldwide that celebrate the beginning of the new year. Such festivals are among the oldest and the …

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Feb 16, 2010 · The History of the New Year's Eve Ball Drop We all watch the ball drop on New Year's Eve, but the ball has its own history that began well before Times Square and out on …

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As many people gear up to celebrate the start of their New Year at the beginning of January, we take a look at how other cultures and countries mark the beginning of a new year.

Dec 17, 2025 · Looking for fun things to do on New Year's Eve? Start the year off strong by trying some of these popular New Year's traditions from around the world.

Dec 28, 2023 · From the famous Times Square ball drop to hanging onions, here are some of the ways different countries ring in the new year.