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Fiji New Year

Jan 1
First country to welcome the new year

Fun Facts

  • Fiji is one of the first countries in the world to celebrate the new year because of their time zone.
  • They often start celebrating Christmas two weeks before and continue celebrating new years for a week after.
  • Fireworks are popular.
  • There is dancing. They often dance the traditional Meke dance.
  • Food: They often drink Kava, the national drink. Casava Cake is also popular.
  • When the new year arrives, people sprinkle water on other people.

Activities

New Years Sprinkle

New Years Sprinkle

In Fiji to celebrate the new year, they sprinkle water on others.
Cassava Cakes

Cassava Cakes

Cassava cakes are a traditional Fijian food that is often eaten for New Years.
Meke Dance

Meke Dance

The meke dance is a traditional Fijian dance that is often performed at celebrations, including for New Years.

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