Chinese New Year commences on the new moon that rises between January 21 and February 20. Also known as the “Lunar New Year,” it is a yearly 15-day celebration in China and by the Chinese population worldwide. The colorful festivities continue until the next full moon. Also referred to as the “Spring Festival,” each new year has an animal to which it will be affiliated, which repeats every 12 years.
In earlier days, gods and ancestors were historically honored on this occasion. Regional practices and traditions for welcoming the New Year differ significantly across China. The evening before Chinese New Year’s Day is generally seen as a chance for Chinese families to gather for the traditional reunion supper. Every family is also expected to perform a thorough cleaning in order to remove any bad luck and make room for new good luck.
The year 2023 observes the Year of the Water Rabbit. The rabbit, in Chinese mythology, represents luck and perseverance. Hence, everyone is predicted to have a wonderful time in the Year of the Rabbit, and most are expected to have an auspicious year ahead!