Chinese New Year 2022 – Year of the Tiger

When is Chinese New Year?

Tuesday, February 1st, 2022

Chinese New Year 2022 falls on Tuesday, February 1st, 2022, and celebrations culminate with the Lantern Festival on February 15th, 2022. See the full calendar.

How long is Chinese New Year?

16 Days

Celebrations last up to 16 days, but only the first 7 days are considered a public holiday (February 1st–7th, 2022).

What is the 2022 Chinese zodiac?

Year of the Tiger

Chinese New Year marks the transition between zodiac signs: 2022 is the year of the Tiger; 2021 the year of the Ox.

Zodiac

2022 is the Year of the Tiger

Festivities

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Chinese New Year is celebrated by more than 20% of the world, and is the most important holiday in China.

Calendar

Chinese New Year Calendar and Dates

8 Days

Jan 24th–31st

Little Year

Preparations for the new year begin on January 24th, 2022, and last until New Years Eve.

11 Days

Feb 1st–Feb 11th

Spring Festival

Chinese New Year officially begins on February 1st, 2022, and ends on February 11th.

4 Days

Feb 12th–15th

Lantern Festival

Preparations begin the 12th, and the Lantern Festival is held on February 15th.

Checkout our calendar for the full New Year schedule!

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