【Festival】Dragon Head-Raising Day | 龙抬头

The Dragon Head-Raising Day (龙抬头, Lóng Tái Tóu) falls on the second day of the second lunar month and symbolizes the awakening of the Dragon King, the ruler of rain and prosperity in Chinese folklore. As spring begins to take hold, this festival is a time for welcoming renewal, seeking blessings for a fruitful year, and celebrating nature’s revival. Traditionally, people get haircuts ("shaving the dragon’s head") for good luck, enjoy festive foods like dragon-scale pancakes and dragon whisker noodles, and pray for abundant harvests and smooth journeys. 🌱✨