The festival that celebrates the Jewish New Year is called Rosh Hashanah. This significant holiday marks the beginning of the High Holy Days and involves reflection, prayer, and the sounding of the shofar (a ram's horn). Rituals include eating sweet foods, such as apples dipped in honey, symbolizing wishes for a sweet new year. The observance also emphasizes repentance and renewal, allowing individuals to commit to self-improvement. Rosh Hashanah serves as an opportunity for communal gathering and spiritual growth in the Jewish faith.