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New Year 2026: Date, day, history & why its celebrated on Jan 1

New Year celebrations today mix traditions and modern rituals. Fireworks, music, and gatherings mark hope and fresh beginnings. The January 1 date has a long history, from ancient Mesopotamia to Roman reforms. Julius Caesar and Pope Gregory XIII shaped the modern calendar. Many cultures still celebrate traditional New Years alongside the Gregorian calendar.

28 Dec 2025 12:31 pm