New Year's Day in Greece (2023)

New Year’s Day in Greece in 2023 falls on **January 1, 2023**, celebrated nationwide as *Πρωτοχρονιά*. The holiday is observed across the country with traditional customs, including midnight feasts, fireworks, and the symbolic burning of an old suitcase or calendar for luck. Families gather to share a festive meal, often featuring *vasilopita* (New Year’s cake with a hidden coin). The date aligns with the Gregorian calendar, marking the start of the new year with cultural significance. Yes, January 1 is a nationwide public holiday in Greece, with most businesses and schools closed. The Greek name for New Year’s Day is *Πρωτοχρονιά* (Protochronia).