Chinese new year start

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

The Chinese New Year celebration typically lasts for 15 days, with the first day being the most important. Here's a brief overview of the celebration:

Day 1: New Year's Eve (January 21-22)

• Families gather together for a reunion dinner, which typically includes traditional dishes such as dumplings, fish, and niangao (sticky rice cake).
• People give red envelopes filled with money to children and seniors as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.
• Fireworks and firecrackers are often set off to scare away evil spirits and bring good luck.

Days 2-14: New Year's Celebrations

• People visit temples and shrines to pray for good luck and health.
• Traditional lion and dragon dances are performed to bring good luck and fortune.
• Families visit each other's homes, exchange gifts, and share meals together.

Day 15: Lantern Festival (February 5-6)

• The Lantern Festival marks the final day of the Chinese New Year celebrations.
• People release lanterns into the sky to symbolize the return of light and hope.
• Traditional sweet rice balls called tangyuan are eaten to symbolize reunion and togetherness.

Overall, Chinese New Year is a time for families to come together, reflect on the past year, and look forward to the future with hope and optimism.