Chinese Festivals & Holidays 2026
| Date | Festival | Lunar Date | About |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 17 | Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)春节 (Chūnjié) | 1st day of 1st lunar month | The most important Chinese festival, celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse with family reunions, fireworks, and red envelopes. |
| March 3 | Lantern Festival元宵节 (Yuánxiāojié) | 15th day of 1st lunar month | Marks the end of Chinese New Year celebrations with colorful lanterns, tangyuan, and lantern riddles. |
| April 5 | Qingming Festival (Tomb Sweeping Day)清明节 (Qīngmíng jié) | 15th day after Spring Equinox | Families clean ancestors' tombs and offer incense. A time for spring outings and kite-flying. |
| June 19 | Dragon Boat Festival端午节 (Duānwǔ jié) | 5th day of 5th lunar month | Dragon boat races, zongzi (sticky rice dumplings), and celebrations honoring poet Qu Yuan. |
| August 20 | Qixi Festival (Chinese Valentine's Day)七夕节 (Qīxī jié) | 7th day of 7th lunar month | The festival of the Cowherd and Weaver Girl — a celebration of love and romance in Chinese tradition. |
| September 3 | Ghost Festival (Hungry Ghost Festival)中元节 (Zhōngyuán jié) | 15th day of 7th lunar month | Families burn paper offerings for wandering spirits during Ghost Month. |
| September 24 | Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival)中秋节 (Zhōngqiū jié) | 15th day of 8th lunar month | Mooncakes, family reunions, and moon gazing under the brightest full moon of the year. |
| October 18 | Double Ninth Festival (Chongyang)重阳节 (Chóngyáng jié) | 9th day of 9th lunar month | A day to honor elders, climb mountains, and enjoy chrysanthemum wine and chongyang cake. |
| December 22 | Winter Solstice Festival冬至 (Dōngzhì) | Winter Solstice (solar term) | Family gatherings with tang yuan rice balls symbolizing unity and warmth. |
🐎 Year of the Horse — Zodiac Profile
The Fire Horse year is intense and transformative. People born under the Horse sign are free-spirited adventurers full of energy and enthusiasm for life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Chinese New Year 2026?
Chinese New Year 2026 falls on February 17, 2026 (Tuesday). It begins the Year of the Fire Horse, also known as Chinese Year 4724.
What animal is 2026 in the Chinese zodiac?
2026 is the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac. Specifically, it is the Fire Horse year. People born in 2026 are said to be Dynamic, Adventurous, Independent, Energetic, Passionate.
What are the lucky numbers and colors for the Year of the Horse?
Lucky numbers for the Year of the Horse (2026) are 2, 3, 7. Lucky colors are Yellow, Green, Purple.
When is the Dragon Boat Festival 2026?
The Dragon Boat Festival in 2026 falls on June 19.
When is the Mid-Autumn Festival 2026?
The Mid-Autumn (Moon) Festival in 2026 is on September 24. Families gather to share mooncakes and admire the full moon.
