The first new moon of the lunar calendar officially ushered in the new year in many cultures Wednesday, marking the imminent arrival of spring and the first day of the Year of the Snake, which symbolizes good luck, rebirth and regality.

To welcome the year of the snake, Tet Fest celebrates with authentic food, music and dances. From Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, the Mary Queen of Vietnam Church in the Village de L'Est of New Orleans East, the state's largest Vietnamese community, transforms into a culinary wonderland, offering traditional fare like pandan waffles and pho.

The Lunar New Year also is an important occasion for spending time with family and to pay respects to ancestors and older family members. Families will come together to practice c

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

Celebrities like Simu Liu, Michelle Yeoh and Sarah Michelle Gellar rang in the 2025 Lunar New Year on Jan. 29, which ushered in the Year of the Snake. See how they celebrated here

From public parades to traditional dances, here's how countries around the world are celebrating the Year of the Snake.

Many Chinese who work in bigger cities return home during the eight-day national holiday in what is described as the world's biggest annual movement of humanity.

Google is ringing in the Year of the Snake in South Korea and beyond with a Lunar New Year-themed Google Doodle.

Join the Austin community in celebrating the Year of the Snake with cultural performances, festive markets and special dining experiences.