Chinese new year date
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday that marks the beginning of the new year on the lunisolar Chinese calendar. The date of Chinese New Year varies each year, but it typically falls between January 21 and February 20.
Here are the dates for Chinese New Year for the next few years:
- 2023: January 22
- 2024: February 10
- 2025: January 29
- 2026: February 17
- 2027: February 6
- 2028: January 25
Chinese New Year is a 15-day celebration, with the first day of the new year being the most important. The celebration period is also known as the "Spring Festival" or "Chunjie" in Chinese.
Here's a breakdown of the 15-day celebration:
- Day 1: Chinese New Year's Day (first day of the new year)
- Day 2-3: Family gatherings and visits
- Day 4-5: Cleaning and decorating homes
- Day 6-7: Giving and receiving red envelopes with money
- Day 8: Lantern Festival (final day of the celebration)
Note that the exact dates of Chinese New Year may vary depending on the location and cultural traditions.