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New Year
January 1
New Year’s Day, which is on January 1, marks the start of the year in the Gregorian calendar and it’s a public holiday in many countries. Count down to the New Year, no matter where you are.
Is New Year a Public Holiday?
New Year is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
In the Gregorian calendar, New Year’s Day is celebrated worldwide on January 1.