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Support us and the channel on Paypal! Valentines day. There are way too many of them. The pressure for the guys is unbelievab However, if you’re anything like me, Valentine’s Day sends you rushing home to spend the day watching action movies in your pajamas, rather than going to a romantic candle-lit dinner. In honor of these Anti-Valentine's Day feelings, I put together a list of key expressions that'll help you survive (or avoid) Valentine's Day this year. Let’s stop off on some common ground for the next day of love in China with regular, plain old Valentine’s Day. I’m sure you don’t need me to tell you too much about this one. It’s a day for ‘qíngrén’ (lovers) all over the world! You might see the number 1314 a lot around Valentine’s Day in China. In contrast, Valentine's Day, celebrated on February 14th, has origins linked to the Christian martyr Saint Valentine and possibly Roman festivals like Lupercalia. It has evolved into a highly commercialized holiday focused on romantic love, with widespread customs including the exchange of gifts like chocolates, flowers, and cards. 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 So let us dive into the story behind Chinese Valentine’s Day and learn more about the Chinese Qixi festival. Qixi Festival: The Chinese Valentine’s Day. Qixi (Qīxījié) Festival, also known as Chinese Valentine’s Day, is an ancient event celebrated in China on July 7 of every year, as per the lunar calendar. 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 Even Qixi is nowadays referred to as the "Chinese Valentine's Day." More and more young Chinese people begin to celebrate this day in a very similar way as that in western countries. Fewer people than ever will gaze at the heavens on Saturday to pick out the two stars shining bright on either side of the Milky Way, that is, if people even know Chinese Valentine's Day Card . Holidays in China. 2025 / 2026 / 2027 Chinese Public Holiday Calendar - Last updated on Nov. 05, 2024 by Gabby Li - The seventh day of the seventh lunar month is Qixi, widely regarded as China’s Valentine’s Day. The festival falls on August 4 in 2022. The festival falls on August 4 in 2022. 8 ways to forget your heartbreak on the most cursed day of the year Chinese Valentine’s Day, aka 七夕情人節 (Qīxì qíngrén jié), is coming. It falls on the 7th day of the 7th month in the lunar calendar. Menu Close. Blog 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: However, if you’re anything like me, Valentine’s Day sends you rushing home to spend the day watching action movies in your pajamas, rather than going to a romantic candle-lit dinner. In honor of these Anti-Valentine's Day feelings, I put together a list of key expressions that'll help you survive (or avoid) Valentine's Day this year. China's traditional Valentine's Day is not on February 14, but on the seventh day of the seventh month of the lunar calendar, known as the Double Seventh Festival, or Qixi festival. However, the spirit of this popular festival doesn't mean you need a partner. Hotel Éclat Beijing unveils its exclusive Chinese Valentine's Day Treats. Enjoy enticing offerings, such as a special package for Deluxe Rooms with Terrace and Lagoon Suites, a tailor-made Chinese Valentine's Day Dinner by Executive Chef Ray, and a mesmerizing Candle Concert on the 21st floor of Cocoon space. 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. How much do you know about Qixi Festival or the Chinese Valentine’s Day? Its Chinese name is 七夕节 (Qīxī Jié), or Double Seven Festival, and this week we look at the story behind it and share some insights on why it’s been so popular in China. 七夕节 | The Story Behind Qixi Festival When Is Qixi Festival Celebrated? Qixi is Valentine’s Day # 2 – 14/3: White Valentine’s Day (白色情人节, Báisè qíngrén jié) Valentine’s Day # 3 – 20/5: 520, Wǔ’èr líng. Valentine’s Day # 4 – 25/8: Qi Xi Festival (七夕节, Qīxì jié) Valentine’s Day # 5 – 15th Day in Lunar Year: The Lantern Festival (元宵节, Yuánxiāo jié) 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 Zhinü (織女 Zhīnǚ) and Niulang
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