The Second Day of New Year's Day is a public holiday in Serbia. It's observed as a part of the extended New Year's celebration. The tradition in Serbia is to dedicate the first two days of January to mark the start of the New Year. People celebrate amidst fanfare, grand parties, and fireworks, with fervor that life shall be filled with joy, prosperity, and peace throughout the year.
Serbia follows the Julian calendar, so they also celebrate an 'Orthodox' or 'Serbian New Year,' in addition to the widely observed Gregorian New Year. However, the Second Day of New Year's Day on 2nd January corresponds with the Gregorian New Year. Serbian people use these two days off to spend quality time with family and friends. Traditional New Year foods are enjoyed, resolutions made, and well wishes exchanged.
In Serbia, the New Year’s holidays are one of the most festive times of the year. Special events, concerts, and performances by famous artists are organized in cities, filling the nation with festive cheer. The Second Day of New Year's Day plays its own role in giving the people of Serbia an opportunity to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life, rejuvenate themselves, and embrace the coming year with new hope and enthusiasm.