
Chinese New Year 2021
When is Chinese New Year?
Friday, February 12th, 2021
Chinese New Year 2021 falls on Friday, February 12th, 2021, and celebrations culminate with the Lantern Festival on February 26th, 2021. 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 11th–17th, 2021).
What is the 2021 Chinese zodiac?
Year of the Ox
Chinese New Year marks the transition between zodiac signs: 2021 is the year of the Ox; 2020 the year of the Rat.

Festivities
21 Things You Didn't Know About Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is celebrated by more than 20% of the world, and is the most important holiday in China.
Feb 4th–11th
Little Year
Preparations for the new year begin on February 4th, 2021, and last until New Years Eve.
Feb 12th–Feb 22nd
Spring Festival
Chinese New Year officially begins on February 12th, 2021, and ends on February 22nd.
Feb 23rd–26th
Lantern Festival
Preparations begin the 23rd, and the Lantern Festival is held on February 26th.
Ancient Myths, Modern Customs

Traditions
Chinese New Year Taboos to Avoid
Make sure your new year is filled with good fortune by avoiding these 10 new year taboos!

Traditions
What to Wear on Chinese New Year
Not sure what to wear? Learn about historical and contemporary outfits for the Chinese New Year.

Traditions
Top 10 Chinese New Year Myths
From the terrible monster Nian, to gods and superstitions, discover the origins of the Spring Festival.

Traditions
Ganbei! What to Drink and How to Toast
What to Eat During Chinese New Year

Traditions
Chinese New Year Dishes

Traditions
Chinese New Year Desserts

Traditions
Chinese New Year Snacks
Gifts, Decor, and So Much More

Festivities
Red Pockets: How Much to Give?
Red pockets, or 红包 (hóng bāo), are small red envelopes filled with lucky money and given to children.

Festivities
Chinese New Year Gala (CCTV)
Shown once a year on new year's eve, CCTV's Gala is the signature variety show of the Spring Festival.

Festivities
Best Chinese New Year Decorations
Discover the bright and colorful Spring Festival decorations, their origins, meanings and more.
