Festivals
31 pagesChinese New Year VS Lunar New Year: Differences and Controversies
The terms 'Chinese New Year' and 'Lunar New Year' are often used interchangeably, but in fact they have several distinct differences in China and the East.
Red Envelope: Significance, Amount, and How to Give
Red envelopes, also called red packets or ‘Lai see’ in Cantonese, and are one of the most popular Chinese New Year gifts. Do you know why give red envelopes, how much money goes inside?
Why Chinese New Year Is Called Spring Festival
In China, Spring Festival is the common name for Chinese Lunar New Year. It's in winter, but the name Spring Festival has its reasons and interesting history.
17 Interesting Facts about Chinese New Year for Kids
This article introduces 17 interesting facts about Chinese New Year for kids.
How to Celebrate Chinese New Year 2027 in London
Find out how Britain's biggest Chinatown celebrates Chinese New Year in London when Spring Festival is in 2027
Chinese New Year Quotes: China's Finest Festive Sayings
Check out these 10 deep and meaningful Chinese New Year greetings that are bound to impress everyone, and show them that you care! Chinese characters, pinyin.
Chinese New Year China Travel Tips, How to Avoid the Stress!
Travel to China during Chinese New Year? Check here to see the collection of helpful tips to help you avoid stress in the most congested travel modes and destinations.
Chinese New Year Calendar 2027: Key Dates and Customs
Chinese New Year is not just one day but over 20 days of festivities with their own calendar: the Chinese New Year calendar. Key dates and customs covered.
Lunar New Year: Who Celebrate, How to Celebrate (10 Quick Facts)
Lunar New Year is a festival that marks the first new moon of a lunar calendar. Find out the top 10 things you should know about it.
The Top 10 Chinese New Year Activities
As Chinese New Year is the most popular family together time in China, it is filled with countless activities and traditions. See the top 10 celebrations here.
Chinese New Year's Eve: Why Is It Important and What to Do?
Chinese New Year's Eve, also called Lunar New Year's Eve, is the start of the Spring Festival in China. Chinese New Year is the most important festival of the year in China. Find out about this very important day here.
Chinese New Year Vs Christmas (Differences and Similarities)
Comparing Chinese New Year to Christmas:Traditions, Celebrations... we look at what's the same and what's different to help you gain a better understanding.
7 Chinese New Year Decorations That Bring Good Luck to Your Home
Want to decorate your house during the Chinese New Year period? Click to see how Chinese people decorate their houses with popular decorations.
9 Top Places to Escape the Crowds at Chinese New Year
Explore remoter places at Chinese New Year to avoid overcrowding, like Tiger Leaping Gorge, Tibet, Western Sichuan, Guilin, and Zhangjiajie.
Top 10 Interesting Chinese New Year Games and Activities
Chinese New Year games include traditional Chinese strategy and gambling games like Majiang and Chinese Poker, played in groups, and other popular games.Â
Lunar New Year: Traditions & Celebrations for the Year of the Horse
Lunar New Year marks the beginning of a new year on China’s traditional lunisolar calendar. It is a time for family gatherings.
15 Fun Facts about Chinese New Year (#15 Will Impress You)
15 interesting facts about Chinese New Year and the Spring Festival: dates, public holidays, customs.
How to Celebrate Chinese New Year (2027): Top 18 Traditions
A timeline to show you top traditions and activities Chinese people do to celebrate Chinese New Year, including preparations, decorations, and celebration activities on Chinese New Year's Eve and Lunar New Year Day.
Chinese New Year Firecrackers: Why Set Off and Meaning
Chinese New Year celebrations would not be complete without firecrackers and fireworks. Do you know why set off firecrackers, the history of firecrackers and the occasions to light firecrackers?
14 Chinese New Year Flowers/Fruits to Bring You Luck in 2027
The flowers, plants and fruits that are most often gifted and used as decorations at Chinese New Year, and their symbolic meanings and significance.
China’s New Year Customs in 50 Years - Ration Coupons to App Money
Chinese New Year has undergone great changes over 50 years from ration coupons to App money. We take you decade-by-decade through the changes.
Chinese New Year Clothes: What to Wear and When to Wear
Chinese New Year clothes have historical, customary, and symbolic significance. Find out about what to wear and what color you should wear.
Top 3 Famous Chinese New Year Stories: Legend of Monster Nian
Why Chinese people celebrate the Chinese New Year? Check here to see 3 stories about the New Year celebration in China.
The Top 4 Cities for Celebrating Chinese New Year
Top 4 cities to celebrate the Chinese New Year in China: Beijing, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Harbin, find out what activities there are.
The Origin and History of Chinese New Year: When Start and Why
The history of Chinese New Year can be traced back to about 3,500 years ago. Do you know when the date of the festival was fixed and how the ancient people celebrate this festival?
Chinese New Year Greetings/Wishes 2027 for Clients/Friends/Family/Boss
40+ popular Chinese New Year greetings, sayings, and quotes to send your Chinese New Year wishes, such as Happy New Year with English, Mandarin, and Cantonese (with audio and cards updated for 2027).
Chinese New Year Taboos and Superstitions: 18 Things You Should Not Do
There are many traditions, taboos, and superstitions during the Chinese New Year period. Find out the top 18 things you should not do during Chinese New Year.
Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner 2027:Feb.16th, Food, Traditions
The Chinese New Year Dinner, also referred to as the Reunion Dinner, is perhaps the most loved aspect of the Spring Festival. Find out all about it here.
Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) 2027: Calendar & Horoscope
Chinese New Year 2027 will fall on Saturday, February 6th, 2027, starting a year of the Goat. Read more about Lunar New Year dates for 2027...
How Chinese New Year Is Celebrated in Northern and Southern China
This article introduces differences of Chinese New Year celebration between northern and southern China, including food, snacks, activities, and decorations.
16 Fascinating Things about Chinese New Year (#15 Will Impress You)
Why is Chinese New Year celebrated? This article introduces all the things you should know about Chinese New Year, and tell you why the Chinese New Year is important.
