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Chinese New Year 2026

Cultural ยท East & SE Asia

Lunar New Year โ€” Spring Festival

๐Ÿ“… Chinese New Year 2026 occurred on Tuesday, 17 February 2026. Counting down to 2027.
2026 Date (occurred)
Tuesday, 17 February 2026
Date 2027
Wednesday, 17 February 2027
Countdown to 2027
334 days to 2027
Category
Cultural
Region
East & SE Asia
Next: Chinese New Year 2027
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About Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) celebrates the beginning of the new year in the Chinese lunisolar calendar. The 15-day festival features lion dances, dragon parades, red envelopes (hongbao), family reunions, and fireworks.

Traditions & Customs

  • Family reunion dinner
  • Red envelopes (hongbao)
  • Lion dance
  • Dragon parade
  • Firecrackers
  • Lantern Festival on day 15
  • Wearing red

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Chinese New Year in 2027?

Wednesday, 17 February 2027

What is Chinese New Year?

Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) celebrates the beginning of the new year in the Chinese lunisolar calendar. The 15-day festival features lion dances, dragon parades, red envelopes (hongbao), family reunions, and fireworks.

Is Chinese New Year a public holiday in India?

Chinese New Year is observed in East & SE Asia.