February 17 All day
Chinese New Year, you may have heard of it, but what’s it really about? This isn’t just any ordinary new year; it marks the start of the lunar calendar. 🌙
Year of Horse
2026 is the year of the horse in the Chinese zodiac tradition. Seen as the symbol of traveling, adventure, and a thirst for knowledge, those born in a Horse year are considered enthusiastic, independent, and outgoing. 🐎
Chinese New Year in Campbell River
Discovery Community Church is putting on a special dinner on the 16th, you can read more about on the Mirror’s website here.
If you really want to celebrate, think about hopping the ferry to Vancouver sometime between the Feb 14th to Feb 22nd, that’s when a lot of Spring Festival will happen.
Traditions
Chinese New Year, known as the Spring Festival in China, is steeped in rich traditions and customs. 🎉
It’s a time marked by family reunions, delicious treats, and lantern illuminations—all in a bid to usher in good fortune and health.
It’s based on the lunar calendar and usually falls between January 21 and February 20. Each year is represented by a zodiac animal, the cycle of which recurs every 12 years.
It’s food galore, from tasty dumplings to sweet rice balls.
So, even though we might not be able to gather in Campbell River for a grand fest, the spirit of the Chinese New Year is something we can all tune into!
And it’s a good excuse to order Chinese Food!
