This document summarizes how New Year's is celebrated in different places. In Babylon, the earliest New Year's celebrations began. Julius Caesar later established January 1st as the date for New Year's in Rome. Traditionally, families celebrate New Year's together with meals featuring various foods. People also enjoy fireworks, decorations, and chimes to ring in the new year. Celebrations vary globally, with places like China, Sydney, and New York hosting large events, while other locations have their own traditions.