Chinese New Year has its origins in the tale of the monster Nian, who would attack people and livestock on the eve of the new year. However, people learned the monster was afraid of bright lights, loud noises, and the colour red – which explains why those who celebrate share money and gifts via red envelopes. Pages in category "Chinese New Year" The following 19 pages are in this category, out of 19 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. Chinese New Year's Eve and the first 3 days of Chinese New Year; will be made up on subsequent working days if any of the 4 days fall on Saturday or Sunday. The day before Chinese New Year's Eve is also designated as holiday, but as a bridge holiday, and will be made up on an earlier or later Saturday. Some believe that this sweeps away bad luck and makes room for incoming blessings. However, sweeping or cleaning on New Year’s Day is avoided, as it could sweep away good fortune. Special Foods and Festive Customs of Chinese New Year. Food is an essential part of Chinese New Year celebrations, with each dish carrying symbolic meanings. Pre-Chinese New Year Preparations and Activities (Jan. 7–Feb. 12, 2025) Jan. 7, 2025: Laba Festival. Some Chinese start to celebrate and prepare for Chinese New Year as early as day 8 of the 12 th month of the lunar calendar. This is a festival called Laba ( 腊八 Làbā /laa-baa/ '12th lunar month' + '8'), in the traditional sense, which Chinese New Years Eve: 春节: Chūnjié: Chinese New Year; Spring Festival: 春节快乐! Chūnjié kuàilè! Happy Spring Festival! 新年快乐! Xīnnián kuàilè! Happy New Year! 大吉大利! dàjídàlì! Wishing you great prosperity! 恭喜发财: gōngxǐ fācái: May you have a prosperous new year: 鼠年大吉: shǔnián dàjí During Chinese New Year, people have a long list of things to do. From one week preceding the festival to the 15th day after, many Chinese New Year customs are widely observed for thousands of years. The family reunion dinner, eating dumplings, and setting off firework are the must-dos that you might know. What else interesting do the Chinese do? Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year or Spring Festival 2025 falls on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. Snake is the new year animal. Learn more about Chinese Lunar New Year traditions, taboos, food, zodiac signs, and greetings. The highlight of the celebration is Chinese New Year's Eve, when families gather for a reunion feast of symbolic foods, including dumplings shaped like ancient Chinese gold ingots that represent wealth, and fish, which in Chinese is a homonym of "abundance." The fish must be only partially eaten because the leftovers signify continuing prosperity. Lunar New Year may be called different names in different East Asian countries and communities, but it is celebrated on the same date (and surrounding days) with similar celebrations. China. In China, Lunar New Year is known as Chinese New Year or in Chinese 'Spring Festival' (Chunjie). The celebrations traditionally last for 16 days, beginning Share warm Chinese New Year 2025 wishes with a stunning traditional design backdrop. Download free HD & 4K wallpapers, perfect for social media, web stories, and videos. D.C.’s annual Lunar New Year parade this weekend will be chockful of traditional dances and garb, but will also come with some road closures along the parade route. The 2025 Annual Chinese Lunar New items from loot boxes [Serpentine Boxes]: • [NEW] Kpz. Erich Konzept I (Germany, Tier-9, MT, premium) • [NEW] Object Kust (USSR, Tier-8, TD, premium mechanics: hydropneumatic suspension activated by button) Obtain these crates by unlocking certain sections of the snake. Along with lunar-themed items and other goodies, they have a chance to contain premium vehicles, including On Jan. 29, Asian American communities around the U.S. will ring in the Year of the Snake with community carnivals, family gatherings, parades, traditional food, fireworks and other festivities. Celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 with heartfelt wishes and an ancient temple backdrop. Download free HD & 4K wallpapers to share your festive greetings on social media and more. Celebrate the joy and excitement of Chinese New Year 2025 with this festive wallpaper, featuring the zodiac sign of the Snake and traditional Chinese celebration elements. The elegant design captures the essence of the season, with vibrant colors and intricate patterns that symbolize luck, health, and prosperity. Media in category "Chinese New Year 2025 in the Philippines" The following 14 files are in this category, out of 14 total. Chinese Dragon dance Chinese head 舞龙 making for Year of Wood snake28.jpg 3,072 × 3,705; 1.56 MB This stunning Chinese New Year 2025 wishes wallpaper showcases the warm lunar year wishes with a beautiful red lantern background. According to Chinese culture, red lanterns symbolize prosperity and good fortune. This timeless tradition background is perfect to celebrate the new beginning. This is a Chinese New Year 2025 image with the vibrant Snake zodiac wallpaper, symbolizing wisdom and prosperity. Available in HD/4K for free download, perfect for sharing wishes. Support (91) 999 434 0532 Chinese New Year, specifically Chunyun, is the greatest annual human migration, which often leaves big cities deserted. It can be hard to figure out what to do during Chinese New Year (keep an eye on our account for a overview of events). As a working foreigner you might revel in the week off, but be a little stuck for something to do (or eat!).
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