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Events for January 1, 2031
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New Year’s Day
New Year's day is observed on the first day of the Gregorian calendar. It is celebrated every January 1st, and has been a federal holiday since 1885.
*The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God
The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, celebrated on January 1st. This high-ranking feast, occurring on the Octave of Christmas, highlights Mary's vital role in salvation history and starts the New Year by celebrating her as the Theotokos (God-bearer) *Canon 1246, §2 - Holy Days of Obligation