Sunday Public Holiday

New Year's eve

Description and date for the public holiday New Year's eve in Sweden.

New Year's eve is this year on December 31, 2024

Nyårsafton, or New Year's Eve, is a festive holiday celebrated on the 31st of December each year in Sweden. It is a time when people come together to celebrate the transition from the old year to the new year.

The background of Nyårsafton encompasses various traditions and the celebration of the closing year. It is a time for reflecting on the year that has passed and looking forward to the year ahead.

On Nyårsafton, it is common to celebrate with family and friends by hosting parties, dinners, or home gatherings. Many people also follow the tradition of watching the annual New Year's Concert from Vienna on TV.

One of the most iconic elements of Nyårsafton is the fireworks that light up the sky at midnight. People gather in squares and places to collectively watch and celebrate the arrival of the new year with dazzling fireworks.

It is also customary to make New Year's resolutions, setting goals and intentions for the upcoming year. These resolutions can encompass personal challenges, health, career, or other areas of improvement.

Nyårsafton is a time to look back on the year gone by, reminiscing about good moments and leaving the negatives behind. It is also a time to look forward to new opportunities, set new goals, and anticipate future successes.

Source and more: wikipedia.org

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