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Date: January 2nd
In Albania, the second day of the New Year, January 2nd, is also celebrated as part of the extended holiday festivities that begin with New Year's Eve. Although not as widely recognized or as significant as January 1st, it often serves as an additional day for relaxation and continued celebration.
History and Traditions:
Family Gatherings: This day usually continues the focus on family and kinship that begins on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Extended family members who may not have been able to meet on the first day often use this opportunity to gather.
First-Footing: A local tradition called "first-footing" can sometimes extend into the second day. It is considered good luck for the first person to enter a house in the new year (ideally a young male with a gift) to set a positive tone for the year ahead.
Rest and Recreation: Given that many people stay up late on December 31st to ring in the new year, January 2nd can be a day of rest. Some might choose this day for outdoor activities or visiting public places if they were busy with private gatherings on January 1st.
Activities:
Visiting Friends and Relatives: People often visit friends and relatives they did not see on New Year's Day.
Feasting Continues: The festive foods and drinks from New Year’s Eve often carry over into this day, with leftovers being shared among visitors.
Entertainment: Television and radio stations continue to broadcast special programming with festive music, movies, and entertainment shows.
Overall, while not designated as an official public holiday by itself, January 2nd in Albania serves as an informal extension of the new year celebrations where Albanians continue enjoying time off work, leisure activities, and family visits.
