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Chinese New Year

2025—Year of the Snake

Celebrate Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025. Find your zodiac (is it lucky?), and discover the Spring Festival’s food, festivals and traditions.

Read the 2025 guide! ↝

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When is Lunar New Year 2025?

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January 29th

Lunar New Year 2025 falls on Wednesday, January 29th, and celebrations culminate with the Lantern Festival on February 12th.

How Long is Chinese New Year?

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16 Days

Celebrations last up to 16 days, but only the first 7 days are considered a public holiday (January 29th–February 4th, 2025).

What’s the 2025 Chinese Zodiac?

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Snake

Chinese New Year marks the transition between zodiac signs: 2025 is the Year of the Snake; 2024 the Year of the Dragon.

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Jan 21st–28th

Little Year

Preparations for the new year begin January 21st, 2025, and last until New Years Eve.

Jan 29th–Feb 8th

Spring Festival

Lunar New Year officially begins on January 29th, 2025, and ends on February 8th. 2025.

Feb 9th–12th

Lantern Festival

Preparations begin February 9th, 2025, and the festival is held on February 12th, 2025.

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