New Year's Eve 2025
Date: December 31, 2025 (Wednesday)
Country: Guam Public Holidays
Description
New Year Eve in Guam marks the last day of the calendar year. People notice the change from one year to the next. It is a time for reflection about what happened and for thinking about the future.
This holiday takes place on December 31 each year. It is observed across Guam by individuals, families, and communities. Because Guam is near the International Date Line, it is among the first places in the United States area to reach the new year.
The day is significant because it closes one chapter and opens another. It gives people a peaceful moment to be thankful for good things and to set hopes for the coming year. Schools, businesses, and public offices recognize the day as part of the annual holiday cycle.
New Year Eve also connects people to a global moment. While each community marks it in its own way, everyone shares the idea of new beginnings and a fresh start as one year ends and another begins.
Traditions
On New Year Eve in Guam families and friends gather for big parties called fiestas. People share food, sing karaoke, and dance to island music. Many celebrations happen at home, beaches, and community halls.
Traditional Chamorro dishes appear on every table. You will find kelaguen, red rice, grilled fish, barbecue, and sweet desserts. Round fruits like oranges are eaten for luck and plenty. People often cook together and share plates with neighbors.
At midnight crowds make loud noise to welcome the new year. They set off fireworks, bang pots and pans, and play loud music. Some people also go to midnight Mass first, then join the outdoor celebrations.
Wearing new clothes and visiting relatives are common. Sharing food, giving hugs, and wishing each other good fortune are part of the island way to start the year.
Travel Tips
Many shops, banks, and government offices close on New Year Eve. Expect big public events around Tumon Bay and crowded beaches. Traffic and road closures make travel slow. Book taxis or shuttles early and arrive early for shows and fireworks.
Stay hydrated, use sunscreen, and keep an eye on children near water. Follow police and event staff instructions, and carry ID and some cash because ATMs can be busy. Consider hotel parties or organized events for a safer, easier way to enjoy the evening.