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Why does Chinese New Year fall on different dates? Rather than following the western Gregorian Calendar with 365-day years, the Chinese New Year follows a lunar calendar based the moon's 12 phases In the Chinese zodiac, each new year, according to the lunar calendar, is associated with one of 12 animals, and 2025 marks the Year of the Snake. mid-January and early February — so the The seventh day of the Lunar New Year (February 4, 2025) is said to be when the Chinese mother goddess, Nuwa, created humanity. Thus, it’s called renri/jan jat (the people’s birthday). The Chinese New Year of 2025 falls on January 29th (Wednesday), and will last to February 2nd. It is the Year of Snake. As an official public holiday, Chinese people can get eight days' off from work, from January 28th to February 4th. The Chinese New Year of 2026 falls on February 17th (Tuesday), and will last to February 21th. It is the Year Half-day on Chinese New Year's Eve and the first day of Chinese New Year. [51] 1 Hong Kong: Lunar New Year: The first 3 days of Chinese New Year. [52] 3 Macau: Novo Ano Lunar: The first 3 days of Chinese New Year [53] 3 Indonesia: Tahun Baru Imlek (Sin Cia) The first day of Chinese New Year. [54] [55] 1 China: Spring Festival (Chūn Jié) Chinese New Year. 1 st Day of the 1 st Month. January 29, 2025. Lantern Festival. 15 th Day of the 1 st Month. February 12, 2025. Qingming Festival. 15 th Day After the Spring Equinox. April 4, 2025. Dragon Boat Festival. 5 th Day of the 5 th Month. May 31, 2025Double Seventh Festival. 7 th Day of the 7 th Month. August 29, 2025. Mid-Autumn Japan used to celebrate Lunar New Year according to the traditional lunar calendar. However, during the Meiji Era (1868–1912), the Japanese government adopted the Gregorian calendar with New Year beginning on January 1. Although Chinese New Year isn't a holiday in Japan, celebration activities still can be seen in the Chinatowns. More than a billion people across the world will be celebrating Lunar New Year 2022 on 1 February. Chinese New Year is thought to date back to the 14th century BC, when the Shang dynasty ruled The Lunar New Year celebrations that start on Feb. 1 will go on for a week. It is the year of the tiger, considered in Chinese culture as the foremost among all beasts. Chinese New Year is not just one day but over 30 days of festivities and activities, which have their own calendar. The preparation begins on the first of the Lunar Calendar and the celebration lasts until the 15th of the first month. In 2025, Chinese New Year begins on January 29th and ends on February 12th with the Lantern Festival. The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is a 15-day festival that begins today, Jan. 29. It is an annual 15-day festival that begins with the new moon On Feb. 1, Central Maui will come alive with excitement as the 23rd annual Chinese New Year Festival kicks off at the Maui Mall Village to celebrate the Year of the Snake. Cathy Yago, an advisor On both days, drop-in for free Chinese New Year treat sampling, Year of the Snake-themed crafts, and Chinese board games. On Saturday, February 1st, join us for a special Lunar New Year Cantonese storytime; and on Sunday, February 2nd, after the Chinatown Parade, celebrate at the museum with some artisanal ice cream and balloon art! Poster Chinese zodiac years are represented by 12 animal signs and begin at Chinese New Year. Find Chinese zodiac year dates from 1948 to 2031. Feb. 13, 1964 – Feb. 1 Chinese NEW YEAR 2025 - YEAR OF THE SNAKE. Friday Jan. 31st- 7pm (RSVP ONLY) SATURDAY FEB. 1ST - 11aM (Walk-Ins ONLY) SATURDAY FEB. 1ST - 11aM (Walk-Ins ONLY) Each person's zodiac sign is decided by their birth year.Traditionally, Chinese people believe that each zodiac sign has fated personality traits and each different zodiac year has a lot to do with personal horoscopes. On 1 February, Lunar New Year will come to life at Elizabeth Quay with vibrant celebrations, delicious food and traditional performances. Wander through more than 60 market stalls offering everything from unique handmade treasures and one-of-a-kind finds to mouth-watering street eats and seasonal delights. San Francisco’s Chinese New Year Parade on February 15 will feature a choreographed drone light show for the first time as part of its grand finale.The display will include 500 LED-lit drones flying above the Embarcadero, forming images related to Lunar New Year traditions and the Year of the Snake. On February 1st from 12pm to 4pm, mingle with artists participating in the group exhibition Lucky New Year at Stanley’s Claw Machines at 60 Mulberry Street. The show is curated by @miiasoey and Happy Chinese New Year 2025: The Year of the Snake. Saturday 1 February Clayport Library, Dunelm House (Students’ Union) The Oriental Museum and city centre streets 10.00am - 4.00pm. Free entry. Chinese language, Chinese lion dancing, Craft stalls for children, music and dance performances. Clayport Library
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