Lunar New Year 2026: Welcoming the Fire Horse
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Lunar New Year 2026: Welcoming the Fire Horse
The Year of the Fire Horse gallops in on February 17, igniting global celebrations as millions embrace this vibrant Lunar New Year. Transitioning from the sly Snake, families worldwide unite in prayer, feasting, and rituals to harness the horse's dynamic energy for prosperity and renewal during the 15-day festival.
Time-Honored Traditions and Symbols
Homes sparkle with red lanterns and couplets, warding off misfortune while inviting fortune. No sweeping or haircuts allowed, preserving good luck. Firecrackers explode to banish evil, dragon dances weave through streets for abundance, and red envelopes brim with blessings for children. Ancestor altars receive incense and offerings, blending Confucian reverence with Taoist hopes.
Feasts and Family Joy
Reunion dinners star symbolic delights: longevity noodles for health, gold-like dumplings for wealth, whole fish for completeness, and greens for prosperity. As fireworks light night skies and lanterns glow till March 3, the Fire Horse promises passion, speed, and triumphs amid shared meals and heartfelt prayers.
