Celebrations vary from culture to culture, but typically on the first day of Lunar New Year people visit the senior members of their extended family. One of the most recognizable celebrations is lion dance troupes, a dramatic tradition meant to usher in the New Year and expel evil spirits.

This year, Lunar New Year begins today, Wednesday, Jan. 29, and ends Feb. 12. Lunar New Year, also widely regarded as Chinese New Year since the late 19th century when it gained global recognition through Chinese immigrant communities, is a centuries-old tradition rooted in the lunar calendar.

The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is a 15-day festival that begins today, Jan. 29.

Communities across the world begin celebrating Lunar New Year on Jan. 29 — and 2025 marks the Year of the Snake.

Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, is a significant holiday celebrated across Asia. It marks the start of a new year based on the lunar calendar. Lunar New Year is primarily focused on family reunions,

Lunar New Year celebrations can last up to 15 days, starting on the new moon between late January and mid-February. The exact date varies each year based on the lunar calendar. The new year begins on Jan.

Chinese New Year — also widely called Lunar New Year — celebrates the arrival of spring. It's known as the Spring Festival in China and is also celebrated in South Korea, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore and other countries with a significant Asian population.