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Scotland, Brazil, Germany, Finland

In which country is it considered good luck to open the front door at midnight to let the old year out and the new year in?

Scotland, Brazil, Germany, Finland
Scotland
99, 108, 365, 50

In Japan, Buddhist temples traditionally ring their bells how many times to cleanse human sins from the past year?

99, 108, 365, 50
108
The Kings Speech, London Fireworks, Trooping the Colour, New Year Parade

In the UK, what is the first televised event after the midnight countdown?

The Kings Speech, London Fireworks, Trooping the Colour, New Year Parade
London Fireworks
Auckland, Vancouver, Sydney, Tokyo

Which city is known for one of the worlds largest New Year firework displays at the Sydney Harbour Bridge?

Auckland, Vancouver, Sydney, Tokyo
Sydney
Egyptians, Babylonians, Romans, Greeks

The tradition of making New Year resolutions is widely believed to have roots in which ancient civilisation?

Egyptians, Babylonians, Romans, Greeks
Babylonians
Spain, Sweden, Mexico, Italy

In which country do people eat exactly 12 grapes at midnight for good luck?

Spain, Sweden, Mexico, Italy
Spain
Greensleeves, Rule Britannia, Auld Lang Syne, Danny Boy

Which song is traditionally sung across the UK at midnight on New Years Eve?

Greensleeves, Rule Britannia, Auld Lang Syne, Danny Boy
Auld Lang Syne
Burns Night, Beltane, Hogmanay, Up Helly Aa

In Scotland, what is the name of the famous New Year celebration?

Burns Night, Beltane, Hogmanay, Up Helly Aa
Hogmanay
Canada, Australia, United States, Ireland

Which country is famous for dropping a giant illuminated ball in Times Square at midnight?

Canada, Australia, United States, Ireland
United States
Big Ben, Tower Bridge, The Shard, St Pauls Cathedral

Which UK landmark is traditionally shown on television as the New Year countdown begins?

Big Ben, Tower Bridge, The Shard, St Pauls Cathedral
Big Ben

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Quiz from 18 December 2025 to 25 December 2025

New Years Eve Traditions and History

New Years Eve is one of the biggest celebrations of the year, marked by fireworks, food, music and traditions that stretch back centuries. From UK customs like Big Ben and Hogmanay to global ways of welcoming the year ahead, this quiz explores the history and rituals behind the night when the world counts down together. See how well you really know New Years Eve.

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