How many days until Chinese New Year?
About Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival (春节) or Lunar New Year, is the most important traditional holiday in Chinese culture. It marks the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar Chinese calendar. The festival typically falls between January 21 and February 20 on the Gregorian calendar.
Celebrations last for about 15 days, starting from New Year's Eve and concluding with the Lantern Festival. Traditions include family reunion dinners, giving red envelopes (hongbao) containing money, lion and dragon dances, fireworks and firecrackers, and decorating with red lanterns and spring couplets. Each year is associated with one of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals.
When is Chinese New Year?
Chinese New Year 2027
Saturday, February 6, 2027
Chinese New Year 2028
Wednesday, January 26, 2028
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Chinese New Year change dates?
Chinese New Year follows the lunisolar Chinese calendar and falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice. This means it occurs between January 21 and February 20 on the Gregorian calendar.
What are the 12 Chinese zodiac animals?
The 12 zodiac animals are: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each year is associated with one animal in a 12-year cycle.
How many days until Chinese New Year?
There are 208 days until Chinese New Year (Saturday, February 6, 2027).
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