822 New Year's Eve Celebrations Trivia Questions with Answers
822 public questions with answers, drawn from the well. How many can you answer?
Which landmark is the focal point of Sydney's internationally televised New Year's Eve fireworks?
Answer
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Which song is traditionally performed at midnight during New Year's Eve celebrations in Russia?
Answer
The National Anthem of Russia
What is New Year's Eve called in Spain?
Answer
Nochevieja
What is New Year's Eve called in Italy when celebrated as La Festa di San Silvestro?
Answer
Saint Sylvester's Day
Which Brazilian beach is famous for hosting Rio de Janeiro's large New Year's Eve celebration?
Answer
Copacabana Beach
Which New Year's Eve tradition in Italy involves eating lentils to symbolize prosperity?
Answer
Eating lentils
What is the name of Scotland's New Year's Eve celebration?
Answer
Hogmanay
Which landmark is the centerpiece of Sydney's New Year's Eve fireworks?
Answer
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Which calendar date did Samoa skip when it moved across the International Date Line in 2011?
Answer
30 December 2011
What is New Year's Eve called in France, using the traditional name for Saint Sylvester's celebration?
Answer
Réveillon de la Saint-Sylvestre
What fruit is traditionally smashed for good luck at New Year in Greece?
Answer
Pomegranate
What New Year's Eve parade in Edinburgh features thousands carrying flaming torches?
Answer
Edinburgh's Torchlight Procession
What is the official name of the illuminated ball lowered in Times Square on New Year's Eve?
Answer
Times Square Ball
What object descends during the New Year's Eve countdown in New York City's Times Square?
Answer
The Times Square Ball