What are some of the traditions associated with Tết?

Many customs and traditions are practiced during Tết, such as visiting a person's house on the first day of the new year ( xông nhà ), ancestor worship, exchanging New Year's greetings, giving lucky money to children and elderly people, opening a shop, visiting relatives, friends, and neighbors.

What is the significance of Tết?

Generally speaking, Tết is a time to dish out the spoils from a prosperous year — to bring good fortune through generosity. In the months leading up to the holiday, people work long hours to pay for lavish gifts and celebrations.

What countries celebrate Tet?

Vietnamese New Year, also known as Tet Festival, is the most important festival of the year in Vietnam. Its name, Tet, is an abbreviation for Tet Nguyen Dan, which is Vietnamese for the feast of the first morning of the first day of their calendar. In 2023, Tet falls on January 22nd (Sunday). It is a Year of the Cat.