New Year's Day 2012
New Year's Day falls on in 2012. It is classified as a holiday.
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is celebrated on January 1 and marks the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year. It is a federal holiday in the United States.
History
The celebration of the new year dates back over 4,000 years to ancient Babylon. January 1 became the official start of the year in 1582 with the adoption of the Gregorian calendar.
Traditions
- Midnight countdown celebrations
- Fireworks displays
- Rose Parade in Pasadena, California
- Making New Year's resolutions
- Watching Times Square Ball Drop
Fun Facts
- The Times Square Ball Drop tradition began in 1907.
- Many cultures eat symbolic foods for luck such as black-eyed peas.
- It is one of the most widely celebrated holidays worldwide.