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.

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

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.

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.

The Lunar New Year has officially kicked off today and it involves delicious foods, wholesome traditions, family bonding and loud cheers! The world is already celebrating, so what are you waiting for? Find out all about the fun holiday below!

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

Firecrackers popped, incense was offered at temples and dancers and drummers paraded Wednesday in Asia and farther afield as millions around the world celebrated the Lunar New Year.

More than a billion people across the world, from China to the Philippines to diaspora communities in the United States, began celebrating the Lunar New Year on Tuesday with fireworks, family time and feasts. On Wednesday, the first new moon of the Year of the Snake will mark the imminent arrival of spring.

For many, the Lunar New Year is a time to reflect on people they have lost. But it's also a time to set intentions and welcome the new energy of the future.

Firecrackers, parades and prayers are marking the start of the Year of the Snake around Asia and farther afield. Wednesday marks the start of the Year of the Snake, one