Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year Facts & Quotes

• Chinese New Year in 2023 will be the Year of the Rabbit. In 2022 it was the Year of the Tiger, and in 2021 it was the Year of the Ox.
• The names of the Chinese calendar are repeated every 60 years.
• The Chinese New Year is celebrated as the Spring Festival in China. It is the nation's most important festival.
• Every child receives a monetary gift for New Year. The gift is wrapped in a red envelope.
• I wish you happiness that comes from within, the best of luck to keep you pushing and peace in all days of the New Year - Gong Xi Fa Cai, Popular New Year song

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Chinese New Year Top Events and Things to Do

• Sing a popular Chinese New Year song called Gonf Xi Fa Cai.
• Clean your house. It is customary for Chinese to clean their homes in preparation for the New Year and the fresh start.
• Prepare your red envelopes for the kids. This is considered lucky money for children.
• Attend a Chinese New Year Festival in a town near you. Most large cities in the US have a Chinatown district that will host events and pageants.
• Get together with friends and create a long dragon on sticks. One person gets to create the head, and the others can create the long flowy tail. Remember to use bright colors.

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