In Indian Country

Many Native tribes consider the Spring Equinox as their New Year celebration.
Spring Equinox begins on March 21 with the waking of the bears, followed by the powwow, the healing of the tribes, and the planting seasons.
These observances usually consist of four days of sweat lodge ceremonies, dances, drum ceremonies and traditional food of salmon, deer and buffalo meats, served with fry bread, beans and rice.
Those who observe these rituals participate in an ancient indigenous ceremony.