Celebrating the history of Lunar New Year, superstitious do's and don'ts
The Year of the Dragon is coming to a close. Tomorrow, a new moon will herald in the Year of the Snake and the start of Spring Festival celebrations.
30 photos show how people are celebrating the 2025 Lunar New Year around the world
From public parades to traditional dances, here's how countries around the world are celebrating the Year of the Snake.
Out with the dragon, in with the snake: N.L.'s Chinese community celebrates beginning of Lunar New Year
Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lunar New Year — and 15 days of celebration and tradition. It's the year of the snake, and according to Chinese Association of Newfoundland and Labrador president Francis Tam,
The Year of the Snake is underway. Here's a look at the Lunar New Year and how it's celebrated
Lunar New Year festivals and prayers are marking the start of the Year of the Snake around Asia and the world.
What is Lunar New Year and how is it celebrated?
One well-known ancient legend speaks of Nian, a hideous monster that feasted on human flesh on New Year’s Day. Because the beast feared the color red, loud noises and fire, people put up red paper dragons on their doors, burned red lanterns all night and set off firecrackers to frighten and chase away the monster.
Where to celebrate the Year of the Snake in Austin: Our 2025 Lunar New Year guide
Join the Austin community in celebrating the Year of the Snake with cultural performances, festive markets and special dining experiences.
What is Lunar New Year? How long is the festival and why is it celebrated?
The Lunar New Year also is an important occasion for spending time with family and to pay respects to ancestors and older family members. Families will come together to practice c
Lunar New Year celebrations in Colorado bring in the "Year of the Snake"
Celebrations have begun in Colorado and bring the "Year of the Snake." The snake is the sixth animal in the Chinese Zodiac symbolizing complexity, mystery, and transformation. The snake is also about wisdom,
Google Doodle celebrates Lunar New Year
Google is ringing in the Year of the Snake in South Korea and beyond with a Lunar New Year-themed Google Doodle.
Volunteers needed to carry 150-foot dragon in Portland’s Lunar New Year parade
It takes many hands to put on the annual Lunar New Year Parade through downtown Portland, and the Portland Chinatown Museum ...
Central Coast Dragon Boat Association rings in the Lunar New Year on the water
Association rings in the Lunar New Year on the water ...
7 Questions: Lunar New Year edition
There is a lot to love about Lunar New Year celebrations, from traditional Asian cuisine to firecrackers and feathered ...
What is the Lunar New Year? Everything you need to know from Chinese Zodiac animals to dates
Lunar New Year, often called the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, is the most important holiday in China and many other ...
Mexico City celebrates Lunar New Year with colorful paper dragon parade
Locals and tourists in Mexico's capital enjoyed a colorful Lunar New Year parade Wednesday to usher in the Year of the Snake.
In pictures: Welcoming the Lunar New Year
Millions of people across Asia and the world are welcoming the Lunar New Year which coincides with the first new moon of the ...
When does Chinese New Year begin? What to know about Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year starts this week, marking an important holiday in China and other Asian communities. Lunar New Year ...