Day of the week
Tuesday
Day off
Not a federal holiday
Countdown
Day 48 of 2026
47 days after January 1.
Chinese New Year 2026 begins the Year of the Horse.
How the Date of Chinese New Year Is Determined
Chinese New Year is the first day of the first month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar: the second new moon after the winter solstice, between January 21 and February 20 (China Standard Time).
Chinese New Year Dates 2026–2031
Chinese New Year 2026 FAQ
When Is Chinese New Year 2026?
Chinese New Year 2026 is on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Is Chinese New Year a federal holiday?
No. Chinese New Year is not one of the 11 US federal holidays, so it is not a paid day off by law; employers decide whether to give time off.
How is the date of Chinese New Year determined?
Chinese New Year is the first day of the first month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar: the second new moon after the winter solstice, between January 21 and February 20 (China Standard Time).
When Is Chinese New Year 2027?
Chinese New Year 2027 is on Saturday, February 6, 2027.
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