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Roaring into Prosperity: Celebrating Chinese New Year 2024, the Year of the Dragon!

As the lunar calendar flips its pages, get ready to dive into the vibrant whirlwind of Chinese New Year festivities! ๐ŸŒŸ This annual extravaganza is not just a celebration but a joyous reunion of tradition, symbolism, and cultural flair! And in 2024, we’re rolling out the red carpet for the majestic Year of the Dragonโ€”a symbol of power, prosperity, and all-around good vibes! ๐Ÿ‰๐Ÿ’ฐ

Gong Xi Fa Cai

Chinese New Year starts on Saturday, February 10th 2024 and ends on January 28, 2025. The Dragon is the 5th animal in the 12-year cycle, and this year the symbol is wood, so it is known as the year of the Wood Dragon.

“The Wood Dragon is the most creative and visionary of the dragons. They are optimistic, ambitious and adventurous. They like to explore new ideas and challenge themselves. They are also generous, compassionate and loyal to their friends.

Therefore, the Year of the Dragon in 2024 is expected to be a time of visionary leaders, innovators and problem solvers. 2024 is also predicted to be a great year to start new projects, explore new opportunities and create value for yourself and others.”

https://www.thechinesezodiac.org/year-of-the-dragon/

Unveiling the Magic of Chinese New Year: Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, isn’t just any old celebrationโ€”it’s a blockbuster event that ignites hearts and minds across the globe! ๐ŸŽ† Rooted in centuries-old customs and beliefs, this festival is the ultimate ode to family, feasting, and paying homage to our ancestors.

What’s the Buzz about the Year of the Dragon? Hold onto your hats because 2024 is bringing in the big guns with the Year of the Dragon! ๐Ÿš€ Symbolising strength, courage, and success, those born under this fire-breathing sign are destined for greatness! ๐Ÿ”ฅ And as the Dragon takes centre stage, get ready for a rollercoaster ride of prosperity, good fortune, and brand-spanking-new opportunities!

Explore your horoscope and unveil the exciting insights awaiting you in 2024.
Grab your Year of the Dragon horoscope books, t-shirts, drink glasses and earrings here

Let’s Celebrate in Full Swing: Embracing the Year of the Dragon 2024 with Zest and Zing! ๐Ÿฒ๐ŸŽ‰

  1. Reunion Rendezvous: Gather your tribe for a feast fit for kings and queens! ๐Ÿœ Dive into dumplings, slurp up some longevity noodles, and feast like there’s no tomorrow! It’s all about abundance and living the good life! ๐ŸฅŸ

  2. Lion and Dragon Shenanigans: Brace yourself for a jaw-dropping spectacle as lion and dragon dances take over the streets! ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ’ƒ With drums pounding and cymbals clanging, these performances are not just about warding off evil spirits but about unleashing a tidal wave of prosperity and positivity!

  3. Red Envelopes Bonanza: Get ready to play Santa Claus with those lucky red envelopes filled with cash surprises! ๐Ÿ’ธ Spread the love, share the wealth, and watch the good karma come rolling in! ๐Ÿ’Œ๐Ÿ’ฐ Grab red envelopes and other decorations here

  4. Fireworks Frenzy & Lantern Love: Light up the night sky with a kaleidoscope of colours and watch those evil spirits scurry away! ๐ŸŽ‡ Let your wishes soar high with every flicker of the flame and every flick of the lantern! ๐Ÿฎ

  5. Temple Visits: Pay homage to ancestors and seek blessings for the year ahead by visiting temples and making offerings. Lighting incense, burning paper offerings, and praying for prosperity are common rituals during this time. ๐Ÿ™ Light some incense, make a wish or two, and soak in the good vibesโ€”it’s a spiritual journey like no other! ๐Ÿ•ฏ๏ธ

  6. Dress to Impress: Dust off those traditional threads and strut your stuff like a superstar! ๐Ÿ‘˜ Whether you’re rocking a cheongsam, it’s all about embracing your inner fashionista and owning the spotlight! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ

Events around Australia to celebrate Chinese New Year:

As we bid adieu to the old and embrace the new, let’s welcome the Year of the Dragon with open arms and hearts full of hope, joy, and endless possibilities!

๐ŸŽ‰ May this year be filled with prosperity, success, and happiness galore! Gong Xi Fa Cai! (Wishing you prosperity) ๐ŸŽ†โœจ

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Happy Year of the Rooster

Gong Xi Fa Cai to everyone!

The YEAR OF THE ROOSTER is going to be wonderful for all! Well I hope so. Don’t you.

What do you do to celebrate Chinese New Year? ย I like to celebrate with dumplings either home made or purchased. Maybe if we are lucky we go out to a lovely restaurant for some yummy Chinese food. Whatever you decide to do I hope you have a lovely celebration.

 

Gong Xi Fa Cai to you all! I hope that the year of the Rooster is good for you, it is meant to be an excellent year for me, and I'm keen to get working on some huge plans soon. Happy Chinese New Year!
Gong Xi Fa Cai to you all! I hope that the year of the Rooster is good for you, it is meant to be an excellent year for me, and I’m keen to get working on some huge plans soon. Happy Chinese New Year!

 

Our family loves to celebrate Chinese New Year. I’m an ox, hubby is a monkey, the twins are rats and little Alexander is a sheep/goat. ย  I’m meant to have an excellent year in the year of the rooster and I hope that this is true.

Do you like to look at the Chinese horoscopes? I do. If you are like me and want to figure out what is going to happen this year check out the links below:

Make yummy San Choy Bau and celebrate Chinese New Year!
Make yummy San Choy Bau and celebrate Chinese New Year!

If you would like kids to get involved and learn more about Chinese New Year I have some great links below:ย 

  • Education.com has some great free worksheets and kids can make a Year of the Rooster Mask. They also have some colouring in sheets to download
  • Crayola has colouring pages that you can print out or colour online. Colour in the rooster to celebrate the new year.
  • Activity Village in the UK has colouring pages, crafts and so much more available for kids. Download and enjoy.

Making mango custard
Making mango custard

Try your hand at making your own dumplings. I made some the other year and they were so yummy. I’m going to do some more this year with a difference and will post when complete. Check out my detailed post about what I did to create a Chinese feast to celebrate Chinese New Year. Note this is from a previous year so forget the mentions of the old signs.

My homemade colourful dumplings.
My homemade colourful dumplings.

 

Enjoy and have fun. Happy cooking if you do make some of these yummy recipes.

Happy Year of the Rooster from all of us at Mummy to Twins Plus One.