Tsampa Fights and Surprises: The Evolving Fortunes of Tibetan New Year
Two young Tibetans recall how the festivities of Losar, the traditional New Year on the Plateau, have changed and stayed the same since their childhood
Four Films to Kick Off the New Year
With a sizable box office and a diverse lineup, the Chinese film industry is off to a good start in the Year of the Rabbit
Revel in Minor Pageantry With Cantonese ‘Floating Kids’ Parade
Children take center stage in Guangdong’s “floating colors” ceremony, which celebrates the God of Wealth and other festivities during the Lunar New Year
How are China’s Biggest Holidays Celebrated in Classic Novels?
The Lunar New Year and Lantern Festival are key scenes of drama in China’s Four Classic Novels, providing clues of how people celebrated holidays in ancient China
How the TV Stole Spring Festival
First airing live in 1983, CCTV’s Spring Festival Gala didn’t just change TV—it changed the way China celebrates the Lunar New Year
What’s for Dinner: Diverse New Year ‘Reunion Meals’ Around China
Many Chinese New Year traditions revolve around a family dinner, but what’s on the table varies greatly from region to region
Greet the Lunar New Year with a Gen Z Twist
How netizens are giving modern makeovers to traditional New Year greetings
Buying Words and Flowers: Scenes of Preparation for the Lunar New Year
These scenes of pre-New Year celebrations in southern China will put you in the mood for the holiday
Nuts for the New Year
Why Chinese companies give out non-cash gifts for the holidays
Sexist Seating
Are women really banned from the banquet table during Chinese New Year?