Festivities
21 Things You Didn't Know About Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is celebrated by more than 20% of the world. It’s the most important holiday in China and to Chinese people all over. Here are 21 interesting facts that you probably didn’t know about Chinese New Year.
Get the facts →Jan 17th–24th
Little Year
Preparations for the new year begin on January 17th, 2020, and last until New Years Eve.
Jan 25th–Feb 4th
Spring Festival
Chinese New Year officially begins on January 25th, 2020, and ends on February 4th.
Feb 5th–8th
Lantern Festival
Preparations begin the 5th, and the Lantern Festival is held on February 8th.
Traditions
Top 10 Chinese New Year Myths
From the terrible monster Nian, to gods and superstitions, discover the origins of the Spring Festival.
Traditions
Chinese New Year Taboos (Avoid These)
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.
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Traditions
Chinese New Year Dishes
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Chinese New Year Desserts
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Traditions
Chinese New Year Snacks
Festivities
Chinese New Year Decorations
Discover the bright and colorful Spring Festival decorations, their origins, meanings and 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.