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New Year's Day 2026

Thursday 1 January 2026

291 days ago | 4-day long weekend: Thu, 1 Jan - Sun, 4 Jan 2026 (take Fri off)

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About

The first day of the Gregorian calendar year, 1 January.

Significance

A fresh start, marked across the world at midnight.

How it is celebrated

  • Countdown and celebrations at midnight
  • Fireworks
  • New Year resolutions

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