New Year’s Day
How Americans welcome the new year [photo gallery]
All across the United States, Americans greet the new year with parties, parades and other festivities, signaling a joyful, fresh start.
‘Auld Lang Syne’: New year, same beloved song
As millions ring in the New Year, they'll be singing "Auld Lang Syne" during the first moments of 2022. Learn about the song's history.
Eat this for good luck in the new year
On New Year's Eve, many people follow traditions and fill up on dishes they hope will bring them wealth and good fortune in the upcoming year.
Winter holidays in the U.S. [photo gallery]
Dancing and singing, Americans celebrate winter holidays with joyful tunes. This photo gallery shows moments of jubilation across the United States.
Multigenerational households meet the new year
Many American families are planning toned-down celebrations for the new year in light of COVID-19. Here's more on how they'll spend it — together.
How America rings in the new year
Americans celebrate the beginning of the new year with time-honored traditions including special foods, parties, fireworks and midnight kisses.
Everyday conversations: Holiday season in the U.S. [audio]
Practice American English by reading and listening to these real-world everyday conversations. Here, students discuss their plans for the holiday season.
During winter holidays, Americans rejoice, reflect and reach out to those...
American winter holidays are as diverse as the people who celebrate them. But they have a few things in common: reflection and reaching out to the needy.