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New Year's Day
The first day of the year, marking new beginnings, fresh goals, and celebration across the United States.
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December 31
New Year's Eve
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December 31
Who It's For
Families, friends, and communities celebrating together.
About New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve marks the last day of the year, celebrated with parties, countdowns, fireworks, and gatherings as people ring in the new year together.
Why it exists: To celebrate the close of one year and the start of the next.
Who it's for: Families, friends, and communities celebrating together.
Ways To Celebrate Safely
Count down to midnight
Gather with friends and family
Watch fireworks or a live countdown
Set intentions for the new year
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