When will Nevruz 2025 be celebrated? The countdown to the harbinger of spring has begun

Nevruz is considered one of the most important holidays, with roots dating back thousands of years and symbolizing the arrival of spring in different cultures . For the Turks, Nevruz represents the exit from Ergenekon, new beginnings and the revival of nature .

This special day, celebrated every year on March 21 , hosts large-scale events as a symbol of social unity, solidarity and abundance .

Nevruz Holiday is celebrated with different rituals in different geographies from Anatolia to Central Asia . However, common traditions include jumping over fire, setting the Nevruz table, wearing new clothes and various folk games .

• Jumping over fire: People jump over fire on Nevruz night to purify themselves from sins and get rid of bad energies.
• Water rituals: Bathing or jumping into water in line with the belief in purification are also among the traditions.
• Nevruz table: Special tables consisting of 7 different dishes are set up as a symbol of abundance and prosperity.
• Semeni tradition: Wheat or barley is germinated and served on the table to increase fertility in agriculture.
• Visits to cemeteries: Grave visits are made during Nevruz to show respect to ancestors.
• Painting and clashing eggs: Eggs representing reproduction and abundance are painted and clashed.
• Iron forging: This tradition, which symbolizes the emergence from Ergenekon in Turkish mythology, has an important place in the celebrations.

Nevruz is celebrated with great enthusiasm in many countries, especially in the Turkish world, such as Iran, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Georgia .

Newroz, which was included in the Intangible Cultural Heritage List by UNESCO in 2009, is considered one of the most important holidays that brings different communities together .

Traditional events are also expected to be held during the Nevruz Holiday in 2025. Public concerts, folk dance shows and festivals are planned in various cities in Turkey .

In Central Asia and Azerbaijan, the new year will be welcomed with large-scale celebrations . In addition, in countries such as Iran and Afghanistan, Nevruz is considered an official holiday and celebrated with large festivals .