People enjoy Chinese New Year's Eve dinner across China

An aerial drone photo shows people enjoying a grand feast to mark the Chinese New Year's Eve in Songgai ancient town in southwest China's Chongqing, Feb. 16, 2026.

Chinese New Year's Eve is the most significant moment of Spring Festival celebrations when families and friends sit around the table to share delicious food and personal stories, and stay up to welcome the New Year. [Photo/Xinhua]