Chinese New Year
When does Chinese New Year take place this year?
Monday, February 17, 2026
Why is the Mid- Autumn Festival celebrated?
To honor the moon, promote unity and peace, and the end of spring.
When is it most commonly performed?
Chinese new year
How does someone get a red envelope?
From their parents/ grandparents
Who is the first animal of the chinese zodiac?
The rat
What does this holiday celebrate?
The start of spring, honoring deities and ancestors.
Why are mooncakes a central part of the celebration?
Represents family reunion, harmony, and unity.
Why are these dances performed?
Why are the envelopes red?
To scare Nian
What animal represents the year 2026?
The horse
What does the Chinese new year symbolize?
The legendary beast Nian.
Why are lanterns released into the sky?
To pray for happiness for family and friends.
What do the dances welcome into the new year?
Good luck and blessings
What items do Chinese people put on the door/wall?
Red couplets
Who is the last animal of the chinese zodiacs?
The pig
How is the Chinese New Year celebrated (activities, dishes, etc.)?
Family reunions, festive meals and fireworks.
What time of year does Lantern Right take place?
15th day of the first month on the lunar calendar.
What instruments are used for the festive atmosphere?
Drums, cymbals, and gongs
Why are the characters displayed upside-down?
Good fortune is arrived
What determined the which animals would be on the calendar?
A race
Where else is it celebrated?
Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Taiwan, the Philippines, and Vietnam.
What legend is the holiday dedicated to?
Chang’e & Houyi
Name 3 taboos and traditions for Lunar New Year
Taboos: wear white; say bad words (curse); cutting hair, break porcelain or glass; scold children
Traditions: cleaning homes before the new year, decorating in red, enjoying a family reunion dinner on New Year’s Eve, lighting fireworks, and giving red envelopes (hongbao) filled with money
How to say Happy New Year in Chinese?
新年快乐
What animal was removed from the chinese zodiacs?
The cat