Gallery
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
 |  |
What is Chinese Valentine’s Day? Chinese Valentine’s Day (七夕节 Qīxìjié) is celebrated on the 7th day of the 7th month of the Chinese lunar calendar. Also called Qixi Festival (literally: “Evening of Sevens Festival”), this unique celebration of love is deeply rooted in Chinese folklore and is based on the romantic legend of The Qixi Festival falls on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month in the Chinese calendar. This means that the date varies each year in accordance with the lunar calendar. Valentine's Day is celebrated on February 14th each year, so Valentine's Day is consistent globally. Customs and traditions: Date: 3rd day of 3rd lunar month The Shangsi Festival was originally to commemorate the Yellow Emperor, the ancestor of Chinese people. In order to celebrate the birth of the Yellow Emperor, people would go out on a spring tour or have a drink at the water's edges on the third day of third lunar month, which provided a good opportunity for lovers to have a date. Aside from that, Valentine’s Day in China is celebrated much like it is in western countries. Restaurants and florists hike up their prices, delivery drivers are swimming in roses, one lucky lady in the office will inevitably receive an extremely over-the-top bouquet and all the other ladies will “ooh” and “aah” as they snap pictures Valentine's Day is not so popular in small cities, towns and the countryside. Language Tips: How to Say Valentine's Day in Chinese. 情人节 (Valentine's Day): qíng-rén-jié or /ching-rnn-jyeh / 情人节快乐 (Happy Valentine's Day): qíng-rén-jié kuài-lè or /ching-rnn-jyeh kwhy-ler/ How Chinese People Celebrate Valentine's Day in China The Qixi Festival, also called the Qiqiao Festival, is celebrated every 7th day of the 7th month according to the Chinese lunar calendar. The festival is known as Chinese Valentine's Day. It is the most romantic festival among traditional Chinese festivals. In 2025, the date of the Qixi will be August 29, Saturday. Qixi Festival 2025 Qixi Facts Chinese Valentines Day #2 – [14/3] White Valentine’s Day 白色情人节 – báisè qíngrén jié White Day is a festival celebrated in many East Asian countries such as Japan and South Korea. Love and tradition run deep during the annual Qixi Festival, a 2,000-year-old event known today as ‘Chinese Valentine’s Day’ that falls on August 10 in 2024. We look at the story, food and more. In 2024, Chinese Valentine's Day, or the Qixi Festival, will be celebrated on August 10, 2024, marking a day of enchantment and romance in the hearts of many. In modern times, two other days are celebrated as Valentine's Day in China: 520 Day and 1314 Day. Although the western Valentine's Day on Feb. 14 prevails in China for years, Chinese people attach more and more importance to Qixi, their own Valentine's Day. Lovers and couples exchange gifts on that Chinese lovers day, and some youngsters like to join traditional activities in ancient Chinese costumes. This Chinese Valentine’s Day falls exactly one month after Valentine’s day on the 14th February. Whilst on Valentine’s Day, any kind of romantic gift may be given (think roses, jewelry, teddy bears), White Day is all about one kind of gift: chocolate . Observing Chinese Valentine’s Day. Chinese Valentine’s Day is observed in a number of different ways, depending on where it is celebrated. Traditionally, one of the ways this holiday was celebrated was by women showing off their dexterity by threading a needle under the moonlight, carving exotic flowers or animals, or carving unusual birds. This day came to be called Qixi Festival, which signifies eternal love and reunion of separated lovers. This is the Story Behind Chinese Valentine’s Day. 5 Chinese Valentine’s Day Traditions You Must Know About. The Chinese Qixi festival is observed and celebrated through various Chinese traditions that imbue it with significance and beauty. Preface 520 Chinese Valentine’s Day, a romantic celebration observed on May 20th, holds profound significance in Chinese culture. The numbers “520” sound similar to the phrase “I love you” in Mandarin, making it a day dedicated to expressing love and affection. In the modern day and age, couples in China celebrate Qixi Festival just like they would celebrate Valentine’s Day — by giving gifts, flowers & chocolate, and going on romantic dates. And, of course, by sending their Qixi wishes! They also celebrate love on Feb. 14 as well as the Lantern Festival (also sometimes called Chinese Valentine’s Day in English), which takes place over the Lunar New Year. But like the Western holiday, these days of love have become commercialized by hotels , chocolate companies, flowers vendors, and their ilk. However, in my opinion, Chinese Valentine’s Day is the most fitting, as Qixi Festival has been celebrated in China for over 2,000 years, symbolizing the unwavering love and commitment between married couples. So, our story of the Chinese Valentine’s Day begins here. Part 1: The Story of Chinese Valentine’s Day: The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl On August 22, celebrate QIXI, Chinese Valentine's Day, at China World Summit Wing, Beijing. Indulge in special set menus crafted for this occasion. As a hotspot for marriage proposals, Grill 79 offers fine dining with a charming harp performance and a selection of wines to enhance romantic moments. When is Chinese Valentine’s Day? February 14th – Valentine’s Day (情人节 – qíngrén jié). Celebrating the western Valentine’s Day has become a fashion among younger people in China. 15th Day in the Lunar Year – Lantern Festival (元宵节 – yuánxiāo jié). This is the last day of Spring Festival (also known as Lunar New Year).
Articles and news, personal stories, interviews with experts.
Photos from events, contest for the best costume, videos from master classes.
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |
| |