Chinese New Year is an annual celebration of fresh starts, happiness, and joy. It is one of the most important events in Chinese culture, enjoyed by millions of people around the world.

• Chinese New Year occurs on a different day each year. Chinese New Year is not celebrated on the same day each year. It usually occurs in late January or February. The date is determined by the ‘New Moon’.
• It is also known as the ‘Spring Festival’. The Chinese New Year is sometimes called the ‘Spring Festival’, this is because it represents the beginning of Spring. It commemorates the start of fresh life.
• In China, every year is associated with a distinct animal. The Chinese calendar follows a 12-year cycle. Every year is represented by a different animal. 2024 marks the year of The Wood Dragon!
• The Chinese New Year is celebrated on more than one day. Traditionally, it lasts 15 days and concludes when the moon is full. It ends in the Lantern Festival.
• During the Lantern Festival, people will send floating lanterns into the air. They will also spend time celebrating with their relatives. The Lantern Festival celebrates harmony, peace, and forgiveness.