Red lanterns, stickers, and Chinese knots have been popping up across the country, all in celebration of Lunar New Year, which falls on9.

Firecrackers, parades and prayers marked the Lunar New Year as millions around Asia and farther afield celebrated

From public parades to traditional dances, here's how countries around the world are celebrating the Year of the Snake.

The Lunar New Year usually starts sometime between late January and mid-February. This year, the festivities begin on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, marking the arrival of the Year of the Snake. In mainland China, official celebrations last for seven days as a public holiday.

The Lunar New Year also is an important occasion for spending time with family and to pay respects to ancestors and older family members. Families will come together to practice c

Many Chinese who work in bigger cities return home during the eight-day national holiday in what is described as the world's biggest annual movement of humanity.

Join the Austin community in celebrating the Year of the Snake with cultural performances, festive markets and special dining experiences.

Also known as Chinese New Year, the holiday marks the start of the new year in the traditional lunar and solar Chinese calendar.