What does «víspera de Año Nuevo» mean in Spanish?
- Although there are many New Year's celebrations around the world, the most globally celebrated event is the Gregorian calendar year change on December 31, called New Year's Eve. The first day of the new year, New Year's Day, follows January 1. Methods of celebrating or "ringing in" the New Year vary. It is common to make a toast to the New Year at midnight. People usually also kiss, hug or shake hands at midnight. In English-speaking countries, Robert Burns' song "Auld Lang Syne" is typically played or sung. Some people attend private parties or public dances. Others dine with friends, with or without a party or parlor games; these often have a reflective theme, such as going around the table asking and answering questions. A minority spend New Year's Eve in church at special watch services.