New-Years-Traditions-in-Russia-and-the-USA

1.

New Year's Traditions in
Russia and the USA
This presentation explores the similarities and differences in New
Year celebrations in Russia and the USA.

2.

Introduction: New Year's Eve
New Year's Eve - a beloved holiday worldwide
Celebrated with family and friends

3.

New Year Traditions in Russia
1
Celebrating with
family
2
Decorating the fir tree
With baubles, tinsel, and
A special time for family
garlands
gatherings
3
Eating a special meal
Including Olivier salad
and champagne
4
Watching the New
Year clock
Toasting and making
wishes at midnight

4.

New Year Traditions in the
USA
Celebrating with friends
Often with parties and
gatherings
Decorating the
Christmas tree
With ornaments, lights, and
garlands
Eating a traditional meal
Watching the ball drop
Including turkey, ham, and
In Times Square, New York
pumpkin pie
City

5.

Key Differences in Celebrations
Russia
USA
More focused on family time
More focus on parties and gatherings

6.

Decorating Homes
Russia
USA
Fir trees decorated with baubles,
Christmas trees decorated with
tinsel, and garlands
ornaments, lights, and garlands

7.

Traditional New Year Dishes
1
Russia
Olivier salad, pickled herring, champagne
2
USA
Turkey, ham, pumpkin pie

8.

Gift Giving
Russia
Gifts given to family and friends
USA
Gifts given to friends, family, and loved ones

9.

Music and Entertainment
Russia
1
2
Singing traditional songs, watching New Year's TV shows
USA
Listening to holiday music, attending parties

10.

Conclusion: New Year's Joy
While traditions differ, New Year's Eve is a time for happiness and
unity for all.