Lunar New Year Riddles for Festive Celebrations

I glow like the moon when night parades start. Carry me high to warm every heart. What am I?

I’m the creature that dances with scales and fire. Hold my poles steady as crowds admire. What am I?

I’m the envelope sealed with a wish. Inside me waits a lucky dish. What am I?

I’m the feast of noodles long and bright. Slurp me gently for fortune in sight. What am I?

I’m the zodiac cycle spinning on cue. Twelve animal friends parade through. What am I?

I’m the citrus gift passed hand to hand. Peel me for sweetness across the land. What am I?

I’m the rhythm of drums in lion pride. Beat me boldly with dancers in stride. What am I?

I’m the paper art cut with care. Hang me in windows to chase bad air. What am I?

I’m the market lane with riddles hung high. Solve me for prizes before lanterns fly. What am I?

I’m the chopsticks clack as families cheer. Share dumplings with those you hold dear. What am I?

I’m the midnight boom that guards the door. Light me once and evil’s no more. What am I?

I’m the parade float cloaked in red. Wish me luck for the year ahead. What am I?

I’m the lunar calendar counting the days. Watch for my new moon to lift the haze. What am I?

I’m the blessing scroll hung two by two. Read my couplets for luck like dew. What am I?

I’m the family reunion that fills every seat. Raise your cups for a toast so sweet. What am I?