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How did we get New Year’s Eve?
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Hey history detectives! Grab your party hats because we are traveling thousands of years to find out when the biggest party of the year actually started! Did you know the idea of New Year's Eve is older than the pyramids? It all began in Ancient Babylon with huge festivals around 4000 years ago! But wait, how did those ancient parties move to January 1st? We'll uncover the secrets of the mighty Romans and why they changed the calendar. Get ready for tales of massive medieval feasts, loud church bells ringing at midnight, and giant bonfires lighting up the dark sky!
Plus, we’ll dive into the amazing story of the very first Times Square ball drop in 1907—a huge, sparkling moment in history! From ancient feasts to singing “Auld Lang Syne” and celebrations around the world, this episode is packed with fascinating facts about the world's longest-running holiday. Don't miss this celebration of history!