Aruba rings in the New Year with music, fireworks, and island‑wide celebrations — from beachside firework displays to door‑to‑door serenades by “Dande” groups offering blessings and goodwill. Firecrackers known as “Pagara” help chase away bad spirits, while locals and visitors alike take part in the beach “New Year’s Plunge” for a refreshing start to January 1.

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