Year of the Ox
Important Information
When is Chinese New Year?
Friday, February 12th, 2021
Chinese New Year 2021 falls on Friday, February 12th, 2021, and celebrations culminate with the Lantern Festival on February 26th, 2021. See the full calendar.
How long is Chinese New Year?
16 Days
Celebrations last up to 16 days, but only the first 7 days are considered a public holiday (February 11th–17th, 2021).
What is the 2021 Chinese zodiac?
Year of the Ox
Chinese New Year marks the transition between zodiac signs: 2021 is the year of the Ox; 2020 the year of the Rat.
Calendar
Chinese New Year Calendar and Dates
8 DAYS
FEB 4TH–11TH
Little Year
Preparations for the new year begin on February 4th, 2021, and last until New Years Eve.
11 DAYS
FEB 12TH–FEB 22ND
Spring Festival
Chinese New Year officially begins on February 12th, 2021, and ends on February 22nd.
4 DAYS
FEB 23RD–26TH
Lantern Festival
Preparations begin the 23rd, and the Lantern Festival is held on February 26th.
12 ZODIAC SIGNS
Chinese New Year Calendar and Dates
2020
Year of the
rat
2021
Year of the
ox
2022
Year of the
tiger
2023
Year of the
rabbit
2024
Year of the
dragon
2025
Year of the
snake
2026
Year of the
horse
2027
Year of the
goat
2028
Year of the
monkey
2029
Year of the
rooster
2030
Year of the
dog
2031
Year of the
pig
Traditions
Chinese New Year Taboos to Avoid
Make sure your new year is filled with good fortune by avoiding these 10 new year taboos!
Traditions
What to Wear on Chinese New Year
Not sure what to wear? Learn about historical and contemporary outfits for the Chinese New Year.
Traditions
Top 10 Chinese New Year Myths
From the terrible monster Nian, to gods and superstitions, discover the origins of the Spring Festival.
Dishes
What to Eat During Chinese New Year
NEW YEAR GREETINGS
How to Say Happy New Year in Chinese
新
Xīn
年
nián
快
kuài
乐
lè!