CHINESE NEW YEAR WELCOME TO THE YEAR OF THE SNAKE!
2025/01/29
On January 29, 2025, millions of people around the world will celebrate the arrival of the Chinese New Year , which this time will be ruled by the Wood Snake . This holiday, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the most important in Chinese culture and marks the beginning of a new cycle according to the lunar calendar.
Meaning of the Year of the Wood Snake
The Snake is the sixth animal of the Chinese zodiac and symbolizes wisdom, intuition and transformation. In its Wood variant, it is associated with creativity, patience and growth. 2025 is expected to be a year of reflection, personal progress and strategic decision-making in various aspects of life.
Celebrations around the world and in Rivas
Chinese New Year is celebrated with family reunions, special banquets, dragon and lion dances, parades and fireworks displays. In cities with large Chinese communities, such as Madrid or Barcelona, cultural and gastronomic events are organised that attract thousands of visitors.
In Rivas , the local community is also joining in the celebration with activities organised by cultural associations and local businesses. Asian restaurants in the city will prepare special menus inspired by this holiday.
Traditions and customs
Among the most notable traditions of the Chinese New Year are:
- The reunion dinner : a family feast with dishes such as dumplings and steamed fish, which symbolize abundance.
- Red envelopes (hóngbāo) : gifts of money given to children and young people as a symbol of good luck.
- Home cleansing : done before the holiday to eliminate bad energy and welcome good fortune.
A year of transformation and growth
2025, under the influence of the Wood Snake , is shaping up to be an ideal year for self-knowledge, strategy and personal evolution. In China as well as in other parts of the world, this celebration will be full of colour, joy and symbolism, inviting everyone to begin the new cycle with renewed energy.
At Todo está en Rivas , we will closely follow local events and activities so that you can enjoy the Chinese New Year 2025 without leaving the city. Happy Year of the Snake! (新年快乐 - Xīnnián kuàilè)