Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is an annual celebration marking the beginning of the Chinese lunar calendar. It is celebrated by Chinese communities around the world and is one of the most important traditional festivals in China. It typically falls between January 21st and February 20th, with the exact date determined by the lunar calendar. The celebration lasts for 15 days and includes a variety of customs and traditions such as lion and dragon dances, fireworks, and family reunions. It is also a time for giving gifts and red envelopes filled with money, and the traditional Chinese New Year meal.