Chinese Lunar New Year becomes a school holiday “…2025, it falls on a Wednesday. The kids will be snuggled up at home not going to school. Parents, be ready for that!” exclaimed Qin.

Rather than following the western Gregorian Calendar with 365-day years, the Chinese New Year follows a lunar calendar based the moon's 12 phases. Each phase cycle spans approximately 29 days with ...

Chinese communities have since celebrated both the start of the Gregorian year on Jan. 1 and then the Lunar New Year, a reflection of cultural roots, some weeks afterward.

Chinese New Year in 2025 starts on Wednesday, Jan. 29, and lasts until the Lantern Festival on Feb. 12.

When is the Lunar New Year? Timed to the new moon, the Chinese New Year begins on Saturday, Feb. 10 and, as is tradition, it lasts 15 days, although it can occasionally last up to 17 days in total.

Chinese New Year is coming up on Wednesday, Jan. 29. It is one the most important holidays in Chinese culture but has also been embraced by many others to enjoy celebrating it.

Chinese New Year, alternatively referred to as the Spring Festival, is also commonly called the Lunar New Year — a name reflecting that many countries, not just China, recognize the holiday.

Boston will host various local celebrations throughout the season, including parades, markets, art exhibits and food specials. Here are 7 ways to celebrate the 2025 Lunar New Year in Boston.

Chinese New Year Concert at Berklee Berklee’s Chinese Students and Scholars Association hosts an evening of vibrant performances on Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. at the Berklee Performance Center.