Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) 2027: dates, tips & budget

Name: Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year)
Start: 2027-02-06
End: 2027-02-20
Location: China, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan & more

Asia's biggest festival: lion dances, red lanterns, family reunion dinners and street markets.

Next dates6–20 Feb 2027Confirmed dates

Startsin 116 daysChina, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Taiwan & more

UsuallyLate January or February (Lunar calendar), celebrated for 15 days

What it is

Lunar New Year starts on 6 February 2027 (Year of the Goat) and is celebrated for 15 days, ending with the Lantern Festival. Chinatowns light up, markets sell festive goods, and there are lion and dragon dances.

Tips for going on a budget

Many shops and restaurants close for the first 1–3 days.
Transport in China is extremely busy around the holiday; book trains and flights early.
Prices for hotels and flights rise in the week before.

Plan your trip

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Daily costs: Singapore travel budget. Prices are usually higher during the event, so add a buffer.

Dates checked 2026-10-11. Always confirm on the official source: Hong Kong Observatory (lunar calendar).

Chinese New Year (Lunar New Year) 2027: dates, tips & budget

What it is

Tips for going on a budget

Plan your trip

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