Every year, the Lunar New Year marks the transition from one animal to another. The Year of the Dragon, which began on Feb. 10, 2024, ended Tuesday to begin the Year of the Snake.

Lunar New Year, which was often referred to as Chinese New Year, begins on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025, and ends Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025. Is Lunar New Year celebrated on the same date every year?

Every year, the Lunar New Year marks the transition from one animal to another. The Year of the Dragon, which began on Feb. 10, 2024, ended Tuesday to begin the Year of the Snake.