Jan 6, 2020 · One of the most important holidays in Indonesia for those of Chinese ethnicity, the Lunar New Year in Indonesia consists of many unique, traditional celebrations. In this article, you’ll learn about Chinese New Year festivities in Indonesia, read about common beliefs and symbolism, and gain a new set of handy Indonesian vocabulary for this ...

Nov 7, 2019 · Chinese New Year's celebrations start with the New Moon on the first day of the year and will end on the full moon 15 days later. It is also sometimes referred to as the Spring Festival or the “Beginning of Spring.”

Jan 28, 2025 · In Indonesia, where millions of people have Chinese ancestry, crowds gathered in the city of Bohor to watch as drummers interspersed around puppet performers display the traditional dragon and lion puppets, which stretched up to 65 feet (20 meters) long in interconnected segments held by about a dozen people walking beneath.. For weeks before …

Dec 30, 2024 · Every year, the Lunar New Year, known locally as Tahun Baru Imlek, brings a wave of vibrant celebrations across Indonesia. This cultural extravaganza is a time when families come together, traditions are honored, and the streets come alive with festivities.

Chinese Lunar Year begins at sunset on the day of the second New Moon following the winter solstice (21st December). This means the New Year can begin anytime from January 21st through to February 21st. Day by Day Guide to Lunar New Year.

Jan 29, 2025 · Lunar Year or Chinese New Year, has a history rooted in the ancient Chinese era. Based on the lunar calendar, Imlek is celebrated as a sign of the end of winter and the coming of spring, a symbol of new life and renewal.

Jan 19, 2024 · On 16th February the Chinese community in Indonesia will celebrate Chinese New Year or Imlek as it is commonly called. In China the holiday is also known as Spring Festival and is the most important traditional Chinese holiday.

Jan 24, 2025 · Chinese New Year, or Imlek, is a significant cultural event in Indonesia, celebrated by the Chinese-Indonesian community and beyond. The festival marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and is a time for honoring ancestors, family reunions, and wishing for prosperity.

Jan 21, 2024 · Here are 6 Lunar New Year Festivals across Indonesia. Cap Gomeh Street Festival, Bogor. Visiting Bogor is really special during Lunar New Year celebrations. The largest folk festival, Cap Gomeh Street Festival, ongoing for 100 years takes place around Surya Kencana Street and Siliwangi area.

The Lunar New Year will fall on 25 January 2020, and with much Chinese cultural heritage scattered across the country, Indonesia is the right place to celebrate the festivities of Lunar New Year.