5 New Year’s Eve Traditions From Around the World to Try Tonight!
New Year’s Eve is a time for fun, reflection, and fresh starts. Here are five easy and exciting traditions from around the world you can try tonight!
1. Eat 12 Grapes at Midnight (Spain)
In Spain, people eat 12 grapes at midnight—one for each chime of the clock. Each grape represents good luck for the months ahead. Grab a bowl of grapes and make a wish for each one as the clock strikes twelve!
2. Jump Off a Chair (Denmark)
In Denmark, people jump off chairs at midnight to “leap” into the new year and leave behind bad luck. Gather your friends or family and jump together to welcome a fresh start.
3. Burn Away the Past (Ecuador)
Ecuadorians burn scarecrow-like effigies, called "años viejos," to let go of the past year’s troubles. You can adapt this by writing down things you want to leave behind and safely burning or discarding the list.
4. Wear Lucky Underwear (Latin America)
In Latin America, the color of your underwear can symbolize what you hope for in the new year. Red is for love, yellow for money, and white for peace. Pick your color and start the year with good vibes!
5. Smash Something (Greece)
In Greece, breaking plates is a sign of good luck. If smashing plates feels too messy, you can pop balloons or break a piñata to ring in the new year with joy and luck.
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