Tet Holiday is a time for family reunions, celebrations, and welcoming the upcoming new year. To plan your perfect upcoming Tet Holiday, follow our article to find out how many days are left until Tet, as well as the official Tet Holiday schedule!
For reference: Let’s find out when the Lunar New Year 2023 will occur during the Year of the Rabbit!
1 When is Tet Holiday 2022?
Tet Holiday, also known as Western New Year or International New Year, is the first day of the year, falling on January 1st according to the Gregorian calendar.
Tet Holiday 2022 will occur on a Saturday, January 1st, 2022.
This means that there are just over two months left until Tet 2022.
Tet Holiday 2022 will fall on a Saturday
2 How many days off for Tet Holiday 2022?
According to Article 115 of the Labor Code, employees are entitled to a day off with full pay on the Tet Holiday each year (January 1st according to the Gregorian calendar).
However, since Tet Holiday 2022 falls on a Saturday (01/01/2022), employees working in establishments or companies that have a two-day weekend policy (Saturday and Sunday off) will enjoy a three-day holiday, from 01/01/2022 to 03/01/2022. Tuesday, January 4, 2022, will be the resumption of work.
For organizations or institutions that implement a one-day weekend policy (Sunday off only), employees will have Saturday and Sunday off, and they will resume work on Monday, January 3, 2022.
It is expected that there will be a three-day Tet Holiday
3 When is Lunar New Year 2022?
Lunar New Year, also known as Tet Holiday, Vietnamese Tet, Lunar New Year,… is a major holiday celebrating the new year in various Asian and Southeast Asian countries such as Vietnam, China, and Singapore, among others.
During the Lunar New Year, Vietnamese families gather to enjoy a feast of traditional foods, including , , , , , and , to strengthen their family bonds.
This year, the Lunar New Year falls on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, and ends on January 21, 2023, according to the Gregorian calendar.
There are approximately 17 days left until the Lunar New Year 2022 (as of January 15, 2022, Gregorian calendar).
Starting from January 29, 2022, let’s begin the three-day countdown to the Lunar New Year’s Eve of the Year of the Tiger 2022!
This year’s Lunar New Year falls on a Tuesday, February 1st, 2022
4 How many days off for Lunar New Year 2022?
As of now, there has been no official announcement regarding the Lunar New Year holiday schedule for 2022 by the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs. However, the number of days off for the Lunar New Year Holiday may vary depending on the company or organization.
Nonetheless, employees will be entitled to a minimum of four days off from January 31 to February 3, 2022 (from New Year’s Eve to the third day of the Lunar New Year).
For students in Ho Chi Minh City, according to the 2021-2022 academic calendar, students will have a Lunar New Year holiday from January 29, 2022 (the 27th day of the twelfth lunar month) to February 6, 2022 (the sixth day of the first lunar month).
Make sure to take note of the expected holiday schedule to arrange your work and travel plans accordingly!
Lunar New Year Holiday Schedule 2022
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5 What is Lunar New Year? The Origin of Lunar New Year
What is Lunar New Year? The Origin of Lunar New Year
What is Lunar New Year?
The Lunar New Year in Vietnam is also referred to as Tet Holiday, Vietnamese Tet, Lunar New Year, Traditional Tet, or simply Tet. This is because it is the first Tet or holiday of the year, distinguishing it from other festivals such as the Business Opening Tet, the Lantern Festival Tet, and the Mid-Autumn Festival. It is one of the most important and significant holidays in Vietnam.
The word “Tet” is the Vietnamese pronunciation of the Hán-Việt word “tiết”, while “nguyên” means beginning or inception, and “đán” refers to early morning or dawn. Therefore, the correct pronunciation should be “Tiết Nguyên Đán”.
The Origin of Lunar New Year
To date, there is no precise information or specific timeline confirming the origin of the Lunar New Year.
However, some sources suggest that the Lunar New Year originated in China and was introduced to Vietnam during the millennium of Northern domination. On the other hand, according to the legend of “Banh Chung” and “Banh Day,” the Vietnamese have been celebrating Tet since the time of the Hung Kings, even before the period of Northern domination. Therefore, the exact origin of Tet remains a subject of debate.
In addition to Tet, there are other eagerly awaited holidays throughout the year. Check out our article on to plan your holidays, leisure activities, and gatherings with family and friends!
6 Suggestions for the Five-Fruit Tray for Tet
Suggestions for the Five-Fruit Tray for Tet
The five-fruit tray is a familiar and integral part of Vietnamese Tet. According to Eastern philosophy, the five-fruit tray represents the five elements of Kim, Moc, Thuy, Hoa, and Tho, and typically includes five types of fruits: , , , , and .
The above information provides an overview of the Western New Year and Lunar New Year 2022. We hope that it has answered your question about how many days are left until Tet. Wishing you a happy and prosperous new year ahead!