Year of the Horse: Chinese Lunar New Year

Published on February 2, 2026

Happy Chinese New Year of the Horse! As the Lunar New Year approaches once again, millions of people across the world prepare to welcome a new zodiac cycle with festive celebrations, family gatherings, and expressions of hope for the year ahead. Qian Kan.
First published on Mon, 02 Feb 2026 as Year of the Horse: Chinese Lunar New Year. To find out more visit The Open University's Openlearn website. Copyright 2026

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