From narrow side streets to packed malls, the traditional music and dance of dragon puppet performances have filled this bustling city south of Indonesia's capital to usher in the Lunar New Year.

Jan. 28 marks the Lunar New Year, beginning the Year of the Snake. It's not the only lunar festival — Ramadan begins Feb. 28, Passover on April 12 and Easter on April 20.

In many Asian cultures, the Lunar New Year is a celebration marking the arrival of spring and the start of a new year on the lunisolar calendar.

Banda Aceh, Indonesia - Dozens of faithful gathered today at a temple in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, to celebrate the eve of the Lunar New Year, locally known as 'Imlek'. (Camera: Hotli Simanjuntak.) Resources of faithful at a temple in Banda Aceh,

From lucky foods to traditional greetings, we answer your questions about Lunar New Year as we enter the Year of the Snake.

The Lunar New Year marks a time of renewal, prosperity, and celebration across many Asian cultures, with 2025 ushering in the Year of the Snake. Tulsa will host a free community event on Feb. 1, featuring traditional performances,

Food is also symbolic for the Vietnamese Lunar New Year. In the North, Banh Chung, a sticky rice cake with banana leaves, is typically the most popular dish. In Central Vietnam, the savory Bánh Tét cake with rice and green beans is often used to celebrate the new year. Thịt Kho Tàu – a pork and egg dish – is very popular in South Vietnam.

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng has reintroduced measures to make the Lunar New Year a federal holiday in conjunction with a resolution to recognize the historical and cultural significance of the traditional Asian holiday.

Malaysian palm futures declined on Friday, as trading resumed following a two-day Lunar New Year break. The market was weighed

Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the Chinese lunisolar calendar. Lunar New Year is celebrated across China, South Korea, Tibet, Vietnam, Singapore, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia, and other countries and communities,

Dick's Drive-In is celebrating the chain's 71st anniversary with 19-cent hamburgers and cheeseburgers at all nine of its locations.