Chinese New Year Activities in Beijing in 2025 - China Highlights
Oct 27, 2023 · Beijingers traditionally have a Chinese New Year's Eve meal and perform temple ceremonies as well as specific traditions, but nowadays they also celebrate at the Great Wall, bars, and at special modern entertainment festivals. In 2025, the Chinese New Year public holiday runs from Jan. 28th
7 Memorable Things to Do in Beijing for Chinese New Year
During Beijing’s Chinese New Year, the Forbidden City displays red lanterns, intricate paper cuttings, and Chinese knots and couplets, symbolizing good fortune, happiness, and prosperity for the coming year.
Chinese New Year - Wikipedia
Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival (see also § Names), is a festival that celebrates the beginning of a new year on the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar.
Chinese New Year 2025: Feb. 10, Year of Dragon, Spring Festival
Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is the grandest festival in China, usually with a 7-8 days' holiday. As the most colorful annual event, the traditional CNY celebration lasts longer, up to two weeks, and the climax arrives around the …
Chinese New Year in Beijing: Tips From Americans Who Did It …
Apr 27, 2023 · Beijing is a great city to spend Chinese New Year, maybe even the best. There is plenty to do and the backdrop of ancient temples and historical buildings sets a stunning scene. Here’s what you can expect when celebrating Chinese New Year in Beijing.
How to Celebrate Chinese New Year (2025): 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 in Beijing: Reunion Dinners, Family Fun & More
Jan 17, 2023 · A whole host of Chinese New Year events are happening at China World Summit Wing in the heart of the Beijing CBD. The Red Chamber and the Summit Ballroom have put together a variety of set menus perfect for groups of 4-10 people.
Best Temple Fairs in Beijing: Top 12 for 2024 Chinese New Year
Aug 29, 2024 · The best temple fairs in Beijing usually take place around the Chinese New Year and the Lantern Festival from the 1st day to the 15th day of the first month on Chinese Lunar Calendar. They offer visitors a chance to enjoy traditional folk performances, handicraft works, and local snacks.
A Full List – 21 Customs of Chinese New Year - TravelChinaGuide
Feb 18, 2024 · The following 21 customs of Chinese New Year must be the list you are looking for. 1. Cleaning Up. Cleaning the house is a long-observed Chinese New Year tradition. The ground, the walls, and every corner of the house need to be cleaned. In Chinese, “Dust” is a homophone for the word “Chen", meaning the old.
Chinese Lantern Festival 2025: Feb. 12, Traditions, Food, Events
Date: Lunar calendar month 1 day 15 (February 12, 2025) Importance: marks the end of the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) period. Celebrations: enjoying lanterns, lantern riddles, eating tangyuan a.k.a. yuanxiao (ball dumplings in soup), lion dances, dragon dances, etc. History: about 2,000 years. Greeting: Happy Lantern Festival! 元宵节快乐！