Chinese New Year 2025 - A Filipino Perspective

 The Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year is celebrated vigorously and with great importance not just in China, but across the globe. In the Philippines, which has a deeply rooted history with Chinese culture, many of the Filipinos cherish the celebrations. But why?

The answer is rooted in cross-cultural interactions that happened overtime. The Philippines has a significant Chinese-Filipino population that has immensely contributed to the country’s socio-economic growth. Intermarriage and cross cultural movements have created a distinct Filipino ethnicity that has both Chinese and native features.

Filipino-Chinese communities in the Philippines celebrate Lunar New Year every year in hope of attracting prosperity, closer family ties and peace. Most Filipino-Chinese families usually clean their homes thoroughly, prepare lucky money in red envelopes, serve sweet foods and display various food and fruits on a table, which is believed to invite good fortune. People also participate in parades and dragon dances that are organized in China Towns in different cities in the Philippines.

To a lot of Filipinos, especially those with have some Chinese blood or background, Chinese New Year is an incredibly festive time when family members gather, indulge in massive meals, giving red envelopes and exchange gifts, similar to Christmas celebrations. It’s hard not to love the eye-catching colors and festive atmosphere during the period. Even people who do not have Chinese ancestry are drawn to the celebrations and often take part for the investments and feelings of community. The festivities are a testament to the ability of the Philippines to integrate traditions and cultures of its people.



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