Visiting Graves
It is customary to visit the graves of one's parents, grandparents, and other loved ones during the week before Rosh Hashana (usually on Sunday).
Greeting Cards
Many people send new year greeting cards to friends and relatives.
Festive Meal
It is customary to have a festive meal with relatives and friends the evening that Rosh Hashana begins.
Apples & Honey
Apples are eaten on Rosh Hashana because the roundness represents that God's nature is endless. Honey represents our hopes for a sweet year. Apples are often dipped in honey. Honey cake is also popular on Rosh Hashana.
Round Challah
The round challah represents the eternity of God.
Tzedakah
It is traditional to give extra tzedakah at the new year season.
