What Is Tet (Vietnamese New Year)?
Tet Nguyen Dan, known simply as Tet, is the Vietnamese Lunar New Year - the most important and widely celebrated holiday in Vietnam. The name means "the first morning of the first day," marking the beginning of the new year on the lunar calendar.
About the Tet Countdown
The Tet countdown tool helps you track exactly how many days, hours, minutes, and seconds remain until Tet arrives. Whether you are in Vietnam or anywhere else in the world, this tool keeps you connected to this meaningful cultural holiday.
Real-Time Countdown
Track down to the very second until Tet 2027
Traditional Themes
Apricot blossom (Mai), peach blossom (Dao) and New Year's Eve Night - three Vietnamese Tet themes
12 Zodiac Animals
Displays the zodiac animal of the year with traditional imagery
Mobile Friendly
Responsive design, easy to share with family
Why Celebrate Tet?
Tet is a time for fresh beginnings, family reunions, and honoring traditions passed down through generations.
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Lucky Money
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How to Use
This countdown is designed to be simple and easy to use. Here is how to get the most out of the tool:
View the Countdown
The main screen shows the time remaining until Tet 2027:
Days
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
Switch Themes
Experience the beauty of Vietnamese Tet with three themes. Two traditional flower themes by region:
Mai (Apricot Blossom)
- Bright yellow apricot blossoms
- A symbol of prosperity
- Luck and the arrival of spring
Dao (Peach Blossom)
- Soft pink peach blossoms
- Represents longevity
- Love and renewal
Plus the New Year's Eve Night theme - a deep indigo night sky with a glowing full moon, twinkling stars and fireworks, capturing the sacred moment the old year turns into the new.
Share the Countdown
Tap the Share Button
Find the share button on the countdown interface
Choose a Method
Social media, messaging apps, or copy the link
Share the Joy
Recipients will see the same countdown on their device
Usage Tips
- Bookmark this page for quick access throughout the countdown
- The countdown updates automatically without refreshing the page
- Works on every device - computer, tablet, and phone
- After the first load, it keeps working even without internet
Key Features
Accurate Lunar Calendar Countdown
Unlike the solar calendar, the date of Tet Nguyen Dan changes every year. Our countdown is preconfigured with the exact Tet date calculated from the lunar calendar, so you always know precisely when the festival begins.
Traditional Vietnamese Themes
Mai (Apricot Blossom)
Golden yellow apricot blossoms on a warm background - the quintessential symbol of Tet in Southern Vietnam, representing prosperity and luck.
Dao (Peach Blossom)
Soft pink peach blossoms with a gentle aesthetic - beloved in Northern Vietnam, symbolizing longevity.
New Year's Eve Night
A deep indigo night sky with a full moon, twinkling stars and fireworks - recreating the sacred moment of welcoming the New Year.
12 Zodiac Animals Integration
Each lunar year is paired with one of the 12 animals of the Vietnamese zodiac. The countdown displays the zodiac animal of the upcoming year, along with traditional imagery.
| Year | Zodiac Animal | Element | Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ty (Snake) | Wood | At Ty |
| 2026 | Ngo (Horse) | Fire | Binh Ngo |
| 2027 | Mui (Goat) | Fire | Dinh Mui |
| 2028 | Than (Monkey) | Earth | Mau Than |
| 2029 | Dau (Rooster) | Earth | Ky Dau |
Other Features
Multi-Device
Works Offline
Private
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Tet 2027?
Tet Nguyen Dan 2027 begins on February 6, 2027. This date marks the start of the Year of the Goat (Dinh Mui) on the Vietnamese lunar calendar. The festival typically lasts about a week, with the main celebrations taking place over the first three days.
What is the Year of the Goat (Dinh Mui)?
According to the 12-animal Vietnamese zodiac, 2027 is the Year of the Goat (Mui), specifically Dinh Mui - the Fire Goat. People born in the Year of the Goat are said to be gentle, creative, and kind, with strong inner resilience. The Fire element (Dinh) adds extra warmth and passion to these traits.
How are Mai and Dao blossoms different?
Mai (apricot blossom) is the yellow apricot flower, traditionally popular in Southern Vietnam. Dao (peach blossom) is the pink peach flower, usually associated with Northern Vietnam. Both flowers symbolize spring and good fortune, but their regional meanings make them especially treasured in different parts of Vietnam.
Why does Tet fall on a different date each year?
Tet follows the lunisolar calendar, based on both the cycles of the moon and the solar terms. This calendar differs from the solar (Gregorian) calendar used in most Western countries. Tet Nguyen Dan usually falls somewhere between late January and mid-February on the solar calendar.
Is this countdown accurate?
The countdown is calculated based on the verified Tet date from the lunar calendar. It uses your device's local time to display the countdown, so make sure your device clock is accurate for the best results.
Can I use this for Tet abroad?
Absolutely! Vietnamese communities around the world celebrate Tet. This countdown works anywhere on the globe, helping the overseas Vietnamese community stay connected to this meaningful cultural holiday no matter where they are.
What are some common Tet customs?
The main traditions include:
- Banh chung / Banh tet - Traditional sticky rice cakes
- Li xi - Red envelopes with lucky money
- Xong dat - The first visitor of the new year
- Ancestor worship - Offering incense at the family altar
- Home decoration - Flowers, red ornaments, and couplets
Will there be a countdown for future years?
Yes! Once Tet 2027 has passed, the countdown automatically updates to count down to Tet 2028 (the Year of the Monkey - Mau Than), which falls on January 26, 2028.
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