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When is the Lunar New Year 2021?

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9 August, 2024

The year 2020 was full of challenges, and everyone is looking forward to a fresh start in the new year, hoping for a smoother and more prosperous time ahead. With the arrival of spring just around the corner, can you guess how many days are left until the Lunar New Year festival?

How many days until the Lunar New Year – the Year of the Buffalo 2021?

According to the lunar calendar, the year 2021 is the Year of the Buffalo and it is not a leap year. The Lunar New Year festival usually spans about 14 days, starting from the 23rd of the 12th lunar month (which falls on February 10th, 2021) until the 7th of the first lunar month of the new year (which falls on February 26th, 2021).

This festive period is considered the most anticipated time of the year for many, as it is a chance for family reunions and to wish for good fortune in the coming year.

The first day of the Lunar New Year this year will fall on February 12th, 2021, which means there are only 27 days left until the Year of the Buffalo 2021! With less than a month to go, have you started preparing for this special occasion, both for yourself and your family? Have you made any plans for the holiday season?

According to the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs, the Lunar New Year holiday for employees and civil servants will begin on the 29th of the 12th lunar month (which is February 10th, 2021) and end on the 5th of the first lunar month of the new year (which is February 16th, 2021), totaling 7 days.

So, there you have it! With only a few days left until the holiday season, have you made any plans yet? Wishing you a happy and cozy Lunar New Year celebration with your loved ones.

Frequently asked questions

The Lunar New Year in 2021 will begin on Friday, February 12, and end on Monday, February 15.

The Lunar New Year is a traditional holiday celebrated in various Asian countries, marking the first day of the year in the lunar calendar. It is a time for families to come together and celebrate with feasts, fireworks, and other traditions.

The Lunar New Year is based on the lunar calendar, which is associated with the cycles of the moon. As a result, the date of the Lunar New Year varies from year to year, usually falling between January 21 and February 20.

The Lunar New Year is celebrated with various traditions and customs, including family reunions, feasts, exchanging gifts, and setting off fireworks. People also decorate their homes with red lanterns and other festive decorations, and children are often given red envelopes containing money as a blessing for the new year.

The Lunar New Year is a time for families to come together and celebrate their cultural heritage. It is also a time for people to honor their ancestors and deities, and to wish for good fortune, health, and prosperity in the coming year.