The Year of the Wood Snake runs from January 29, 2025, to February 16, 2026. The Snake, the sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac, symbolizes traits like intuition and strategy. With the influence of the Wood element, 2025 emphasizes growth and planning.

The Chinese New Year is on Wednesday January 29, signaling the start of the Lunar Year and we'll be entering the Year of the Snake. According to an ancient myth, the order of zodiac signs are determined by the results of a 12 animal race across a river.

The second new moon following the winter solstice marks a significant day for the Chinese people, as they observe 'New Year,' also known as the 'Spring Festival.'Going by the lunar calendar,

Rats and Dragons will see significant professional and financial advancements, while Snakes enjoy strategic clarity and harmony. Horses thrive on recognition and progress, and Monkeys benefit from networking and creative opportunities.

Chinese zodiac, or shengxiao (/shnng-sshyao/ 'born resembling'), unlike the general zodiac, is represented by 12 zodiac animals. In order, they are the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat,