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Dancers with the Chinese Community Center perform during Lunar New Year festivities marking the year of the snake on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, at the Empire State Plaza in Albany, NY. Through February 11, 2025 . Lunar New Year Year of the Snake . In 2025, cultures across Asia and beyond celebrate the Year of the Snake. The snake is at the center of culture and religious practice in these places but is celebrated in unique ways in each country. In the Chinese Zodiac, the snake can represent intelligence and determination. The Chinese Community Center is also hosting the following events as part of its 52nd annual Lunar New Year celebrations: Lunar New Year Gala Show at The Egg on February 2 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The event begins at 10 a.m., with representatives of the Taiwanese American Association of the Capital District, the Chinese Community Center, and the Albany Korean Association offering information about their organizations and the Lunar New Year. The New York State Museum and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, among THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE. The Chinese Zodiac works with a 12-year cycle, with a different animal representing different animal. 2025 is the Year of the Snake.. The snake represents calmness and This year marks the first time a new school holiday is officially observed in New York state. Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, is Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year. It’s considered to be This year, Lunar New Year starts Jan. 29 and ends on Feb. 8, culminating with the Lantern Festival on Feb. 12. From 2024: Authentic Chinese food in Queens for Lunar New Year a cure for homesickness NEW YORK, USA - JAN. 29, 2025: The festivities of the Year of the Snake, Chinese New Year begins on January 29, in Chinatown, Manhattan, New York, United States. (Photo by Selcuk Acar/Anadolu via Get set to celebrate the Lunar New Year in New York State! The Lunar, or Chinese, New Year is celebrated for 15 days, from New Year's Eve on January 28 to the Lantern Festival on February 12. 2025 marks the Year of the Snake, specifically the wood snake, which is associated with traits of wisdom, knowledge, intelligence, intuition, and creativity. The Lunar New Year marks the transition from one animal to another. The Year of the Dragon, which began on Feb. 10, 2024, ends on Tuesday. Wednesday begins the Year of the Snake. 2025 is the Year of the Green Snake, so it is also known as the "Little Green Dragon" year. In the Chinese Zodiac, the Snake symbolizes wisdom, charm, elegance, and transformation. Those born in the Year of the Snake are often regarded as intuitive, strategic, and intelligent. The Chinese Community Center was founded in 1973 and this will be ALBANY, N.Y. — The Lunar New Year, one of the most significant celebrations in China and other Asian countries, is almost here!Although the Year of the Dragon falls on February 10, the Chinese Here's everything you need to know about Lunar New Year/Chinese New Year 2025. When does Chinese New Year start 2025? Chinese New Year starts on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. Here's everything you need to know about Lunar New Year/Chinese New Year 2025. When does Chinese New Year start 2025? Chinese New Year starts on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. Need a break? The Lunar New Year in 2025 welcomes the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese lunar calendar. Celebrated by millions around the world, this is a time for cultural traditions, family reunions, and hopes for good fortune in the coming year. In 2025, Lunar New Year falls on January 29, kicking off the 16-day Spring Festival. The legal holiday is seven days long, from the Lunar New Year's Eve to the sixth day of the first lunar month. Some companies and public institutions enjoy a longer holiday up to 10 days or more, because in common knowledge among Chinese people, the festival lasts longer, from the Lunar New Year's Eve to the 15th day of the first lunar month (Lantern Festival). Upcoming Events to Celebrate Lunar New Year! 27TH CHINATOWN LUNAR NEW YEAR PARADE & FESTIVAL 日期 : 2025年2月16曰 (星期日) 下午 1:00時 February 16, 2025 | Sunday | Parade Start 1:00pmChinatown, New York Festival & Booths: 11:30AM – 3:30PM (Bayard Street between Mulberry and Mott St) 27TH NEW YEAR FIRECRACKER CEREMONY & CULTURAL FESTIVAL 日期 : Continue reading 2025 – Year New Year's Eve (Dine-In) and New Year's Day (Dine-In) Spend New Year's Eve at The Nest 518 in Schenectady. A pre fixe dinner will be available starting at 5:00pm. On New Year's Day, brunch service will begin at 10:30am. Tara Kitchen. Christmas Eve (Takeout) Chinese New Year 2025—Year of the Snake. Celebrate Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. Find your zodiac (is it lucky?), and discover the Spring Festival’s food, festivals and traditions. Read the 2025 guide! ↝ Lunar New Year Lantern Merrick Library, 2279 Merrick Ave., Merrick Wednesday, Jan. 29, 4 – 4:45 pm Ages 5 – 12 Free Advanced registration required
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