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New Year's Eve, known as Revelion in Romania, is a significant celebration marking the end of the old year and the beginning of the new one. It is a time when Romanians engage in various customs and traditions, many of which are steeped in history and folklore.
Anul Nou: This is what New Year's Day is called in Romanian. Historically, it has been associated with agricultural rituals, superstitions, and practices intended to bring good luck, bountiful harvests, and prosperity.
Ursul: The bear dance is a traditional dance where men and boys dress up as bears. It is believed that the bear possesses the power to protect and bring good fortune.
Capra: Another traditional performance involves a person dressed up as a goat (capra), dancing from house to house as part of a troupe. This custom is meant to bring good luck for the coming year.
Plugușorul: On New Year's Day, children go from door to door reciting or singing traditional verses that wish households prosperity. They receive fruits, nuts, or small amounts of money in return.
Sorcova: Young children wish adults a Happy New Year by lightly tapping them with a decorated stick called Sorcova while reciting wishes for health and happiness.
Fireworks: As midnight approaches on New Year’s Eve, cities across Romania light up with spectacular fireworks displays.
Parties: Many Romanians attend parties at restaurants or clubs, while others prefer private gatherings at home with family and friends.
Concerts & Street Parties: Major cities like Bucharest often organize free public concerts and street parties featuring live music and entertainment.
Television Shows: Special TV shows with music performances are broadcasted throughout the evening leading up to midnight.
People across Romania celebrate New Year's Eve by reflecting on the year that has passed and looking forward with hope to the new one. Festivities include feasting on traditional foods like pork dishes (symbolizing abundance) as well as lentils or beans (symbolizing wealth), drinking champagne at midnight, and making resolutions for the upcoming year.
