When is Chinese New Year in 2026?
Chinese New Year › 2026
2026
February 17, 2026
- Day of week
- Tuesday
- Days ago
- 154 days ago
- Public holiday
- Yes (in some countries)
Note: First day of the Chinese lunar year
Chinese New Year by Year
2023
January 22, 2023
2024
February 10, 2024
2025
January 29, 2025
2026
February 17, 2026
2027
February 6, 2027
About Chinese New Year
The most important traditional Chinese festival marking the beginning of the lunar new year, celebrated with family reunions, red envelopes, fireworks, and dragon dances.
Date rule: 1st day of the 1st lunar month (January 21 - February 20)
Frequently Asked Questions
Chinese New Year in 2026 falls on February 17, 2026. First day of the Chinese lunar year
Chinese New Year falls on a Tuesday in 2026.
Chinese New Year 2026 was 154 days ago.
No, Chinese New Year 2026 falls on a Tuesday. If it is a public holiday, this is a weekday holiday.
Upcoming dates for Chinese New Year: 2023: January 22, 2023; 2024: February 10, 2024; 2025: January 29, 2025; 2026: February 17, 2026; 2027: February 6, 2027.