Yum, grapes! The boy in this picture is happily snacking from his bowl – just like kids in Spain do on New Year's Eve. This twelve grapes coloring page shares a fun tradition from New Year around the world. Print it for free and start coloring.
Why this picture is so cheerful
A boy with bangs and a long-sleeved shirt kneels on the floor, holding a grape to his mouth with a huge smile on his face. On his left is a round bowl piled high with grapes. Every grape is a small round space to color. The clean storybook-style lines leave plenty of room for your own colors.
🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the picture fits the sheet perfectly.
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished picture a spot on the fridge!
Why do people in Spain eat twelve grapes?
Spain has a fun New Year's Eve custom: at midnight the clock strikes twelve times, and with each chime you eat one grape. If you manage all twelve, you're supposed to have good luck in the year ahead – one grape for each month. Many families watch the big clock at the Puerta del Sol in Madrid on TV while they do it. It's pretty fast, and lots of people end up giggling! Important for little kids: cut grapes in half lengthwise first so no one chokes.
Ideas with the grapes picture
Try the tradition on New Year's Eve with small, halved grapes and a bell or a pot lid to ring. In the picture, count the grapes in the bowl as you color them.
Color ideas for the grapes
Grapes come in more colors than you might think.
A light yellow-green makes the grapes look fresh.
Purple and dark blue look like ripe red grapes.
A red or yellow bowl adds party vibes.
Red or yellow is a nod to the colors of the Spanish flag.
When to use this coloring page
A page that invites kids to join in.
Color it, then try the grape custom at midnight.
Great for school lessons about other countries.
Fits a classroom unit on fruit and healthy eating.
Count the grapes in the bowl together.
Grape facts
Little facts about the grape tradition.
One grape goes with each chime.
Twelve grapes stand for twelve months.
This square in Madrid has a famous New Year's clock.
Always halve grapes lengthwise for little kids.
More New Year around the world
The New Year Around the World group also has a dragon dance, a Lantern Festival and a ball drop on a skyscraper.
🌍 More from “New Year Around the World”:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Join-in tradition: Invites kids to try it on New Year's Eve.
- Counting fun: The grapes are great for counting.
- Other countries: Kids learn a custom from Spain.
- Small spaces: Round grapes train careful coloring.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Good for kids about 5 to 8: the boy is drawn large, but all the little grapes take some skill.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
What should we color it with?
Colored pencils work well for the small grapes, and markers are fine for the boy's clothes.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Zwölf Weintrauben.