New Years History
What is December 31st called?
New Year's Eve
People shoot these into the sky when the clock reaches 12:00 AM/ midnight
Fireworks!
What city is most famous for the Ball Drop?
NYC - New York City ( Times Square)
Where is the New Year's Eve ball drop located?
Times Square, New York City
What new year did we celebrate this New Years?
2024
What is the most common New Years' resolution that people have?
Lose weight/ be healthier
How do people usually celebrate New Years?
- Food
- Families
- Parties
- Fireworks
What sport is associated with New Years?
College Football
How many people gather in Times Square to watch the ball drop? (starts with m)
1 million people
Did you stay up until Midnight?
What is January first called?
New Years Day!
What month do we start the New Year?
January
What is something that changes with the new year?
- The calendar
- People's goals
- Weather
Does NYC reuse the ball every year?
No, a new NYE ball is created every year
What did you do for New Years?
Tell me :)
If we are in 2024, how many more years until we are in the 30s?
6 more years
What type of games are popular on New Years?
Board Games & Card Games
What is the most consumed drink on New Years? (Hint: its fizzy)
Champagne/Soda
What time does the ball drop?
11:59/12:00
What is one of your New Years goals/resolutions?
tell me
What do people say at midnight on New Years Eve or on January 1st?
Happy New Year!!!
How long have we been celebrating the New Years tradition?
Over 4,000 years?
What fruit is associated with New Years?
Grapes
How many light bulbs covered the first Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball?
100 light bulbs
Don't pick this one.... if you do... you'll have to do something silly
Told you not to.... now you have to jump on one foot, count down from 10, then shout HAPPY NEW YEAR!