The traditional New Year celebrations in the Philippines highlight cultural practices such as family reunions, elaborate feasts, and the observance of superstitions to ensure good fortune. Activities often include cleaning homes to welcome positive energy and preparing specific foods believed to bring luck, such as round fruits and sticky rice. Firecrackers and fireworks are set off to ward off evil spirits while traditional music and dance, often featuring the Sinulog festival, foster community engagement. These customs reflect a blend of Filipino traditions and influences from Spanish colonization.