For skywatchers, the Lunar New Year lines up perfectly with the new moon. According to NASA, the new moon becomes official at 7:36 a.m. Wednesday when it passes between the Earth and the Sun.

Lunar New Year celebrations begin Wednesday. Here's everything to know about the 2025 Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake.

Over 1 billion people celebrate the holiday, which marks the transition from cold winter to a season of renewal and ushers in one of 12 Chinese zodiac signs.

The Lunar New Year, also known as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, is a traditional Asian celebration that has been observed in for thousands of years. Every winter, Asian communities around the world ring in the Lunar New Year with carnivals, food, family gatherings, parades and more.

Lunar New Year is the most important holiday in China and many other Asian communities. President Trump and Elon Musk, two powerful figures, were initially united for the cameras and the "greater good,

The Lunar New Year, the Year of the Snake, begins on January 29. Also called Spring Festival, this annual celebration is observed by many Asian cultures.

Wednesday, January 29th starts the Year of the Snake on the lunar calendar, and two local artisans are teaming up for the fourth time to celebrate! Pei Sim of The Paper + Craft Pantry

The Lunar New Year, also known as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, will be celebrated on January 29, ushering in the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese lunar calendar. This 16-day Spring Festival is marked by cultural traditions,

The US Postal Service has unveiled the Lunar New Year: Year of the Snake stamp, with 21 million stamps available at Post Offices and usps.com. “Our Lunar New Year stamp series is extremely popular and we are very proud of how it highlights and celebrates America’s great diversity,