Chinese New Year

Region

APAC

Timing

Lunar New Year

Dates

2026
Monday
Feb
16
- 02
Mar
Confirmed
Various, London
2026
Tuesday
Feb
17
Confirmed
Various, London
2026
Thursday
Feb
19
- 23
Feb

Overview

The Year of the Horse begins with the world’s largest annual cultural celebration—Chinese New Year. Rooted in over 4,000 years of tradition, the festival is marked by family reunions, symbolic rituals, and dazzling public festivities that light up cities across Asia and major metropolitan centers worldwide.

HIGHLIGHTS

🐉 Parades & Performances – From Beijing to San Francisco, dragon and lion dances, lantern displays, and elaborate parades bring streets to life with color, sound, and movement.

🎆 Fireworks & Festivals – Sky-splitting fireworks symbolize warding off bad luck and welcoming prosperity, while temple fairs and cultural showcases highlight traditional music, art, and food.

🥟 Culinary Traditions – Dumplings, longevity noodles, and other symbolic dishes take center stage at family feasts, with each meal representing wishes for health, wealth, and harmony.

🌏 Global Cultural Reach – Beyond China, communities in Singapore, Hong Kong, London, Sydney, New York, and beyond celebrate with unique regional flair, making it one of the most widely observed holidays in the world.

💰 Economic & Social Impact – As billions travel during the world’s largest annual human migration, retail, hospitality, and tourism sectors see massive spikes in activity tied to the holiday season.

INSIGHTS

Event General Timing
Consistently held on the new moon between Jan 21 and Feb 20 (Feb 17, 2026 is a Tuesday).
Dates are based on the Lunar Calendar; location is worldwide.
Not applicable (Cultural/Religious holiday).
Not applicable (Cultural/Religious holiday).
The day itself is the “Preview” for the 15 days of celebration.
The Year of the Horse begins with the world’s largest annual cultural celebration—Chinese New Year. Rooted in over 4,000 years of tradition, the festival is marked by family reunions, symbolic rituals, and dazzling public festivities that light up cities across Asia and major metropolitan centers worldwide.
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