This week’s new moon, on Wednesday, Jan. 29, will signal the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year, which is this year called the "Year of the Snake."

According to legend, the Jade Emperor held a race to determine how to name each year, which brought out the best, and worst, in the animals From snake-themed events to whether your luck is in: discover all you need to know about the coming Lunar New Year in our Year of the Snake 2025 series.

Though the Times Square ball drop may have happened several weeks ago, you can still make the most of a fresh start, thanks to the Chinese New Year. Falling on Wednesday, January 29, the Lunar New Year,