On New Year’s Day, Jan. 1, 2026, there is no mail delivery or collection, as the post office observes this day as a holiday. If you need to send something urgently, it's recommended to visit your local post office on New Year’s Eve before close.

The Dutch mark New Year’s Eve with oliebollen, deep-fried dough balls whose roots trace back to ancient Germanic midwinter rites. According to folklore, eating the fatty pastries offered protection from the fearsome goddess Perchta, who was said to punish those who failed to feast during Yule.

Happy 2026! From Rihanna’s maternity moments to Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet’s matching red carpet debuts, this past year saw a plethora of impeccable fashion moments from the stars—and now, on New Year’s Eve, they’ve gone out with a bang.

New Year's Eve is all about partying and spending quality time with your loved ones. But when the clock strikes 12, some will start shoveling grapes into their mouths while sitting under a table, while others will make sure to wear the right color underwear to make sure their New Year's resolutions come true.

People around the world prepare for New Year’s Eve as the final countdown approaches.

The hosting duo is joined by Stephen Colbert, Shakira, Florence + The Machine, Robyn and dozens more performers and surprise guests.

We've rounded up tips, advice and insight from local experts to help you celebrate safely as we all say farewell to 2025.

Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve' and 'New Year's Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen' have become countdown traditions. Here's a guide to every New Year's Eve TV special ringing in 2026.