Traditions & Customs

Just like New Year’s resolutions in Western culture, there are many beliefs and customs associated with Chinese New Year.
Greet people with “Kung Hei Fat Choy” or “Gong Xi Far Tsai” (Happy New Year) during the Chinese New Year period to bring you good fortune and prosperity.
Clean your house and sweep out the bad luck of the previous year.
Cast aside old grudges and earn reconciliation and forgiveness.
Ward off bad luck by draping your door with red cloth and leaving lights on throughout Chinese New Year’s Eve.
Eat lucky foods like fish and chicken for a prosperous New Year.
Give red “lucky money” envelopes to pass on prosperity and good luck.
Do good deeds to earn the blessings of the Jade Emperor.