Every year, the Lunar New Year marks the transition from one animal to another. The Year of the Dragon, which began on Feb. 10, 2024, ended Tuesday to begin the Year of the Snake.

The Lunar New Year begins Jan. 29, and communities across the United States and worldwide are holding celebrations. China's most important holiday — the Lunar New Year is also widely celebrated ...

When is Lunar New Year? Chinese New Year in 2025 starts with the new moon on Wednesday, Jan. 29, and lasts until the full moon, or the Lantern Festival, on Feb. 12.

Lunar New Year, often called the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, is the most important holiday in China and many other Asian communities. Every year is marked by a different animal and 2025 ...

Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here. People take photos and videos of a lion dance during Lunar New Year celebrations at Yamashitacho Park on Jan. 29, 2025.

Additionally, the 27th Annual Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade and Festival is scheduled for Feb. 16 at 1 p.m. with festival booths on Bayard Street (between Mulberry and Mott streets) from 11:30 a ...