Chinese New Year Festival

Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is an important cultural celebration marking the zodiac year’s beginning, typically falling between January 21 and February 20. It’s a time for family reunions, honoring ancestors, and welcoming new beginnings. The festival features traditional activities like lion and dragon dances, fireworks, red decorations to ward off evil spirits, and feasts with symbolic foods. It lasts about 15 days, culminating in the Lantern Festival. The holiday emphasizes renewal, prosperity, and unity, blending centuries-old customs with vibrant community festivities that are celebrated by Chinese cultures worldwide.