Lunar New Year 2023: The Year of the Rabbit
What Is the Lunar New Year?
Lunar New Year (also known as Chinese New Year) happens this year on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Why does the Lunar New Year start at a different time each year? How is this important holiday celebrated? What does the Year of the Rabbit symbolize? Learn all about this holiday!
When Is Lunar New Year?
Lunar New Year begins on the date (in East Asia) of the second new Moon after the winter solstice, which always takes place in late December. This means that the first day of the Lunar New Year can occur anytime between January 21 and February 20.
In 2023, this new Moon occurs in China on Sunday, January 22, marking the start of a new lunar year.
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