Culture
Your local time (UTC)
Mon, Feb 16, 2026, 04:00 PM UTC
Official time (Asia/Shanghai)
Tue, Feb 17, 2026, 12:00 AM GMT+8
Live countdown
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Local start time
What time is Lunar New Year 2026?
Official schedule, local time conversion, live countdown, and calendar save link.
Quick answer
Lunar New Year 2026 is listed for Tue, Feb 17, 2026, 12:00 AM GMT+8. In your timezone, that is Mon, Feb 16, 2026, 04:00 PM UTC.
Time details
- Official timezone
- Asia/Shanghai
- Your timezone
- UTC
- Category
- Culture
About Lunar New Year 2026
Lunar New Year 2026 ushers in the Year of the Horse, celebrated across East and Southeast Asia and worldwide.
Holidays and cultural events can begin at midnight, sundown, or a local reference time depending on the tradition. This page shows the listed start in your timezone and keeps the date easy to save.
Detailed start time guide
Lunar New Year 2026 starts according to the listed Asia/Shanghai reference time. This page converts it into your local timezone and gives a clear countdown for planning.
Local start time
Use the converted time above as the practical answer for your location. The same official event can appear on different local dates around the world.
Planning across timezones
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Confirmation note
For holidays and cultural observances, official dates can depend on local calendars, moon sighting, or regional announcements. Use local authorities for final confirmation.
Reference timezone
Asia/Shanghai
Your timezone
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FAQ
+ When is Lunar New Year 2026?
February 17, 2026.
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