How the Chinese New Year countdown works
- The big number shows the days left until Chinese New Year; the boxes below count down the hours, minutes and seconds live.
- Tap Share, Download card or Story size to post the countdown, or Copy link to send it.
- Open Change the event to count down to something else, such as a party or trip.
When is Chinese New Year?
Chinese New Year (the Spring Festival, or Lunar New Year) falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice, between 21 January and 20 February. Upcoming dates: 17 February 2026 (Year of the Horse), 6 February 2027 (Goat), 26 January 2028 (Monkey), 13 February 2029 (Rooster) and 3 February 2030 (Dog). The countdown uses these published dates.
Celebrations last 15 days, ending with the Lantern Festival. It is the biggest holiday in China, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia and for Chinese communities worldwide, and is also celebrated as Tết in Vietnam and Seollal in Korea, sometimes on a slightly different date. Family reunion dinners take place on New Year's Eve, red envelopes (hongbao) are given to children, and travel peaks for weeks around the date.
FAQ
When is Chinese New Year 2027?
Saturday 6 February 2027, the start of the Year of the Goat.
Why does the date change each year?
It follows the lunisolar calendar, starting on a new moon between 21 January and 20 February.
How long does the festival last?
15 days, until the Lantern Festival.