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Learn about the history, customs and celebrations of Chinese New Year in Malaysia, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year. Find out the dates, zodiac signs, food and decorations for 2025, 2026 and 2027. KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 28 — On January 29, people of Chinese ancestry all around the world will usher in the Year of the Snake, the sixth animal in the zodiac, as they celebrate the Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or in countries with four seasons, the Spring Festival. The year 2025 will mark the first Chinese New Year following the festival's successful inscription on UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This year, the "Happy Chinese New Year" event will feature nearly 500 diverse performances and exhibitions across more than 100 countries and regions worldwide. Chinese New Year is the most important celebration for Chinese people all over the world. Also known as the Lunar New Year as it is based on the lunar calendar as opposed to the Gregorian calendar, Chinese New Year starts with the new moon on the first day of the new year and ends on the full moon, 15 days later, with the celebration of the Lantern Festival (or Chap Goh Mei). Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is an important traditional holiday celebrated in Malaysia. It is considered the most significant celebration for families of Chinese descent in Malaysia. The holiday, which can last for up to 15 days, is marked by vibrant parades, dragon dances, lion dances, fireworks, family gatherings, and feasts. Culinary Delights of Chinese New Year. Food plays a central role in Chinese New Year celebrations, with each dish carrying symbolic meanings. During this festive season, Malaysia’s culinary scene comes alive with a variety of traditional dishes that are both delicious and meaningful. Yee Sang, also known as Prosperity Toss, is a popular dish KUALA LUMPUR: The selection of Malaysia as the host for the Chinese New Year global launch marks a significant milestone in the friendship with China, says Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing. Chinese New Year is a festival that commemorates the first full moon of the new lunar calendar year, and the celebration starts from the eve until the fifteenth day of the first lunar month. There are various forms of traditions in Malaysia when it comes to celebrating Chinese New Year. The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. What is the 15th day of Chinese New Year in Malaysia? The 15th day of Chinese New Year, also known as Chap Goh Mei, falls on February 12, 2024. This day marks the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations and is often referred to as the Chinese Valentine’s Day in Malaysia. Image Credit: TheSmartLocal Malaysia. The annual light display at Kek Lok Si Temple is a must-go during Chinese New Year in Malaysia, especially for Penangites as they would gather to watch thousands of illuminated and neon lights shrouded the whole vicinity of the temple. Chinese New Year is the most important celebration for Chinese people all over the world. Also known as the Lunar New Year as it is based on the lunar calendar as opposed to the Gregorian calendar, Chinese New Year starts with the new moon on the first day of the new year and ends on the full moon, 15 days later, with the celebration of the Lantern Festival (or Chap Goh Mei). Holidays in Malaysia 2026. Lunar New Year is the first day of the New Year in the Chinese calendar, which differs from the Gregorian calendar. It is also known as the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year. Every year is represented by a zodiac animal sign. Is Chinese New Year's Day a Public Holiday? Chinese New Year's Day is a public holiday. Politicians, including current Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (left) and Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim (third from left), mix a plate of yusheng as part of Lunar New Year Chinese New Year is the most important celebration for Chinese people all over the world. Also known as the Lunar New Year as it is based on the lunar calendar as opposed to the Gregorian calendar, Chinese New Year starts with the new moon on the first day of the new year and ends on the full moon, 15 days later, with the celebration of the Lantern Festival (or Chap Goh Mei). Chinese lion dancers perform before the crowd to celebrate Chinese New Year at the Wat Mangkon Kamalawat temple in Bangkok, Jan. 29, 2025 [Supattra Plongklum-Thai News Pix/BenarNews] A woman makes an offering of incense sticks on the first day of the Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake, at the Taoist Guan Di Temple in Kuala Lumpur, Jan. 29, 2025. Chinese New Year is the most important celebration for Chinese people all over the world. Also known as the Lunar New Year as it is based on the lunar calendar as opposed to the Gregorian calendar, Chinese New Year starts with the new moon on the first day of the new year and ends on the full moon, 15 days later, with the celebration of the Lantern Festival (or Chap Goh Mei). Image credit: Texture Patisserie. The Year of the Snake 2025 Gift Set (RM188) by Texture Patisserie is a perfect choice for chocolate and French pastry lovers. Each set features six cookie jars, including white almond cookies and decadent dark chocolate shortbread, alongside gold, bar-shaped financiers and delicate madeleines in drool-worthy flavours like honey citron and Earl Grey. There are two main temples worth a visit during Chinese New Year. The first is Thean Hou Temple situated on Lorong Bellamy on top of Robson Heights. Every year the beautiful temple is decked out in literally thousands of red lanterns and visitors can enjoy free performances such as lion dance, cultural festivals and religious ceremonies. 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.
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