People enjoy Chinese New Year's Eve dinner across China

A staff member briefs diners about the history of Beijing Roast Duck, also known as Peking Duck, at the Qianmen branch of Quanjude, one of China's best-known roast duck chain store brands, in Beijing, capital of China, 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]