Many Americans choose to take the day off, but Dec. 31 is not considered a federal holiday. What does that mean for your local post office and more?

On New Year's Day, the lake effect snow will continue off of lakes Erie and Ontario. That new snow could bring the total snowfall to 1 to 3 feet in places like Orchard Park in upstate New York. In the West, the rain will become more widespread, falling all day on Thursday in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Portland and Seattle.

Dozens of places across the U.S. will ring in 2026 by dropping a quirky assortment of fruits, vegetables, sea creatures and balls of all shapes and sizes.

Brea: Have fun counting down at the “Noon Year’s Eve” party at the Brea library, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All ages. Enjoy a craft, snacks and a balloon drop. 1 Civic Center Circle, Brea. ocpl.libcal.com/event/16062370

Here's a guide to live New Year's Eve performances and programming to ring in 2026, including a Jonas Brothers celebration concert they say will flip the traditional program 'on its head.'

From prix fixe dinners to Champagne-fueled parties and fireworks views, Baltimore restaurants are offering a wide range of New Year’s Eve celebrations across the city.

Despite its name, First Night Boston events begin as early as 10 a.m. with plenty of family-friendly events, including a sing-along at the Boston Public Market. There are also archery lessons on the Boston Common at noon, and ice skating shows at the Frog Pond throughout the afternoon.