49 Chinese New Year Coloring Pages

Get ready to celebrate in bright reds and golds with these joyful Chinese New Year coloring pages that are all free to print or download! Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the most important and festive holidays celebrated by millions around the world. It’s a time filled with family gatherings, delicious food, dragon dances, red envelopes, and plenty of good luck for the year ahead.

These printable coloring sheets capture all the magic of the celebration—from traditional lanterns and fireworks to zodiac animals, lucky coins, and dancing dragons. Kids and adults alike will love coloring these designs, whether they’re learning about the holiday or joining in the excitement. From the cute children in traditional clothing to the magnificent lion dance and glowing lantern festivals, these coloring pages are perfect for celebrating Chinese culture and the start of a brand-new lunar year.

How to Use These Chinese New Year Coloring Sheets

Getting started is simple! Just click on any of the images or links below, and a printable PDF coloring sheet will open in a new tab. You can then download it directly to your device or print it out for immediate fun. All the coloring pages are formatted for standard US letter-size paper, but they also print perfectly on A4 paper.

These free printable PDFs are easy to use whether you’re planning a classroom activity, a family celebration, or just want to add a festive touch to your art time. You can also color them digitally on a tablet or iPad using your favorite drawing app. Once finished, display them around the house, classroom, or community center to bring extra cheer to your Lunar New Year decorations!

Fun Things to Do With Your Chinese New Year Coloring Pages

There are so many creative ways to use your completed coloring sheets beyond just hanging them on the wall. Here are some fun and festive craft ideas that kids, parents, and teachers can enjoy together.

1. Lucky Red Envelopes (Hongbao)

After coloring a few of your favorite designs, cut and fold them into small rectangular envelopes. Use glue or double-sided tape to seal the edges, leaving the top open. Add a flap to close it, then place a coin or a small treat inside to give as a lucky gift to friends or family. These DIY red envelopes are a thoughtful and creative way to celebrate the New Year and share good luck!

2. Lantern Decorations

Turn your coloring sheets into glowing paper lanterns! Once colored, roll your sheet into a cylinder and tape or glue the edges together. Cut slits along the length (leaving about an inch at both ends) and gently push the middle outwards to create the lantern shape. Attach a handle made from ribbon or string and hang them around the house. For extra glow, add a battery-powered tealight inside!

3. Dragon Puppet Parade

Use the dragon coloring pages to create your own mini dragon parade! Color the dragon, then cut it into sections for the head, body, and tail. Tape each part onto a straw or wooden stick so that multiple kids can hold different parts and make the dragon “dance.” This is perfect for classrooms or playdates—let everyone march together to celebrate the New Year with your handmade dragon puppet!

4. Zodiac Wheel Craft

Print and color all twelve Chinese zodiac animals. Once they’re done, glue them onto a circular piece of cardboard to make a zodiac wheel. Write the corresponding years next to each animal so kids can find their own zodiac sign. Use a paper fastener and an arrow cutout so it can spin like a game wheel. It’s a fun and educational project that helps kids learn more about Chinese traditions.

5. Festive Banners and Garlands

Color several of your favorite Chinese New Year coloring sheets featuring lanterns, dragons, and firecrackers. Cut out the images and punch holes in the tops. Then, string them together with red or gold ribbon to create a long garland. Hang your banner across the fireplace, along a wall, or above a classroom door. It’s a fun and easy way to decorate for the holiday while showing off your artwork.

6. Good Luck Wall Art

Turn your completed coloring sheets into framed art! Pick your best-colored designs, mount them on red or gold construction paper, and place them in simple picture frames. Hang them around your home for the entire celebration week. This not only makes your decorations personal but also adds a creative touch that shows the spirit of the New Year.

7. Chinese Paper Fans

Take one of your printed coloring sheets and fold it back and forth like an accordion. Secure one end with tape or a stapler and attach a popsicle stick or chopstick as a handle. Spread the folds open slightly to make a fan shape. These homemade fans are both fun to make and handy if you need a little breeze during the celebrations!

8. Firework Scene Collage

Use multiple coloring pages featuring fireworks or the night sky. After coloring, cut out the fireworks, lanterns, and stars. Glue them onto a large piece of dark blue or black construction paper to create a giant nighttime celebration collage. Add glitter glue or metallic markers to make the fireworks sparkle!

9. Chinese Character Posters

Many of these free printable coloring sheets include Chinese characters for luck, happiness, or prosperity. After coloring them, mount each character on red cardstock and use them as wall posters. You can also label each one with its English meaning so kids can learn a few words in Mandarin while decorating for the holiday.

10. Lunar Calendar Craft

Use the zodiac animal pages and turn them into a simple New Year calendar. Glue a colored zodiac picture for each month onto a paper calendar template. You can write family birthdays, special events, or New Year’s traditions for each month. This activity helps kids learn how the lunar calendar differs from the regular one while adding a creative spin.

11. Fortune Tree Display

Draw or print a tree trunk on a large poster board. Then, have everyone color and cut out lucky symbols from the coloring sheets—like lanterns, coins, or peaches. Glue them as “leaves” onto the tree branches. Add small notes or paper fortunes to the branches with wishes for the new year. This makes a great family or classroom display full of positive messages!

12. Greeting Cards

Cut your colored pages into smaller rectangles or squares and fold them into greeting cards. Write messages like “Happy Chinese New Year” or “Gong Xi Fa Cai” inside. You can decorate the edges with glitter glue, gold stickers, or red ribbons. These handmade cards are wonderful for sharing festive greetings with friends and family.

13. Lucky Coin Spinner Game

Find a printable page with coins or circular symbols. After coloring, cut them out and glue them to cardboard for sturdiness. Punch a small hole in the center and thread a piece of string through. Twist it up and pull the ends to make the coin spin rapidly. This simple toy has been a favorite craft for kids during celebrations and adds to the fun of the season.

14. Dragon Mask

Pick a dragon face coloring sheet and color it brightly with red, yellow, and green. Cut it out and glue it onto cardboard for strength. Cut out holes for the eyes and attach a stick or elastic band. Kids can wear these dragon masks during parades, parties, or school performances to bring the excitement of the dragon dance to life!

15. New Year Scrapbook

Save your favorite coloring pages and make a scrapbook of your Chinese New Year celebration. Add photos, written wishes, and small keepsakes like red envelope wrappers or paper lantern pieces. This scrapbook becomes a wonderful memory book that captures your family’s celebration each year.

Celebrate With Free, Printable PDF Coloring Sheets

These Chinese New Year coloring sheets are a great way for families, teachers, and kids to explore cultural traditions while having fun with art. Whether you’re making decorations, cards, or crafts, each printable PDF offers a simple and enjoyable way to join in the festivities.

Download, print, and color your way into the New Year—filled with joy, creativity, and good fortune!