Chinese New Year 2023 is almost here! It’s the perfect time for everyone to get together and celebrate good luck, fortune and happiness. If you’re a business owner, it allows you to strengthen relationships with your customers and clients. Let us guide you with our collection of Year of the Rabbit gifts and some tips on how to use them in your Lunar New Year campaign.

One of the most important holidays in China, the Chinese New Year (also known as Lunar New Year and Spring Festival), lasts for 15 days, starting on the first day of the first month of the lunar calendar.

The exact date changes every year based on a repeating 12-year cycle corresponding to 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. The coming Chinese New Year will be the Year of the Rabbit and will fall on Sunday, January 22nd, 2023. 

Our Top Picks of Year of the Rabbit Gifts

1. Electronic Gift Set 

Here's a branded gift set idea for people who love to travel, be up to date with current news and happenings online, or simply just want to have extra power with them all the time.

This electronic gift set includes an inductive charger, branded mobile power bank and charging cable set.

All are designed with our adorable Rabbit icon and packed in exclusive gift box packaging!

Year of the Rabbit Gifts
Year of the Rabbit Gifts

2. Custom Pin Badges

Here's a collection of unique and quirky custom pin badges that are a perfect way to add that extra sparkle to any outfit!

They can be great souvenirs for conferences, seminars, or workshops. They can also be used as a token of appreciation for volunteers or a reminder of walking events.

These custom pin badges showcase different poses of Rita the Rabbit and her favourite food!

3. Absorbent Coaster Set

Great for occasions, this absorbent coaster set will help you maintain a neat table while catering to your guests.

These coasters can be placed on tables and countertops throughout your office or venue, and they help protect both surfaces and furniture from water damage.

Designed with our adorable Chinese Zodiac icon and can be branded with your company name or log, this coaster set will surely be a fantastic conversation starter. It also makes great gifts for the holidays or corporate celebrations.

Year of the Rabbit Gifts
Year of the Rabbit Gifts

4. Phone Pop Socket

This phone pop socket is another fantastic custom giveaway idea for people who are always on their mobile devices.

It is a small, circular device that they can stick to the back of their phone or tablet, which is really helpful for watching videos or playing games.

They can even use their pop sockets as grips so they don't drop their phones when they're making calls or texting.

5. Custom Shaped USB Flash Drive

Custom-shaped USB flash drives are a small yet effective promotional tool for marketing campaigns, giveaways and promotions.

They can be used as incentive gifts and customizable promotional items to increase brand awareness and generate sales leads.

Year of the Rabbit Gifts
Year of the Rabbit Gifts

6. Chopsticks With Case Gift Set

Chopsticks are eating utensils that play an essential role in Chinese food culture and are also widely used in other Asian countries

Adding a twist to traditional chopsticks, this tableware gift set is adorned with Rita the Rabbit.

Each pair comes with a case which can be branded with your company name or message!

7. Red Packets

Red packets sometimes referred to as lai see or hong bao, are envelopes containing money given as a gift in Chinese communities.

They are associated with Chinese New Year celebrations and other special occasions such as holidays, birthdays, and weddings.

What's great with red packets is that they can come in different designs. Getting them with a rabbit is a must!

Year of the Rabbit Gifts
Year of the Rabbit Gifts

8. Pop-Up Cards

Because of their unique design, pop-up cards are more likely to be remembered than other types of marketing materials.

This makes them a great choice for companies that want people to remember where they came from.

If you are one of them, you'll love to consider adding this Year of the Rabbit pop-up card to your Lunar New Year basket!

9. Sustainable Socks

Socks are one of the most popular and affordable gifts to give to both men and women.

But what if you could offer your customers and clients a pair of socks that is not only stylish but sustainable too?

Here's when our sustainable Year of the Rabbit socks comes in!

Year of the Rabbit Gifts

How to Celebrate Lunar New Year With these Gift Ideas?

1. Send Along With Mooncakes

Mooncakes are a popular gift during Lunar New Year in China. They're round pastries filled with lotus seed paste or red bean paste, along with other ingredients like egg yolks and nuts.

They are traditionally eaten on the first day of the new year as they symbolize wealth and prosperity.

You can send these along with your gift so that your recipient can enjoy them on this special occasion.

Mid-Autumn Festival in China

2. Custom Direct Mail

Add some fun and personality to your direct mail with these Year of the Rabbit gifts!

People love receiving something that they can use, and these gift ideas are highly useful on a daily basis making them an obvious choice for marketing purposes.

Lightweight and portable, you can easily include them in your mailer package or custom SWAG box.

3. In-Store Redemption Gift

Make your Chinese New Year promotion more meaningful by offering these Year of the Rabbit merchandise as in-store redemption gifts.

They’re a great way to reward customers for making a purchase, or as an incentive for signing up for your loyalty program.

It provides a sense of value and exclusivity, making customers feel special.

Year of the Rabbit FAQs

All you need to know about the year of the rabbit celebration!

When is the start of the Year of the Rabbit?

The year of the rabbit in the lunar calendar starts on January 22, 2023. It is the fourth year in the 12-year cycle of the lunar calendar.

How long does Chinese New Year last?

The Chinese New Year lasts for 15 days from the eve of the New Year until the Lantern Festival. However, because it's an important occasion, people typically start preparing for it two months prior to the event so it's an important note for every marketing campaign targeting the occassion.

Why do people give gifts on Chinese New Year?

The gift-giving tradition for Chinese New Year means gratitude and is usually expected for everyone visiting their family for the occasion.

What are traditional gifts for Chinese New Year?

Traditional gifts for the Chinese New Year are the red packet of money, liquor, tea and fruits packed in either red, gold or yellow packaging design.

Harness Our Creativity!

Holidays are the perfect time to reach out to your customers, clients and prospects with a special gift. Not only does this show that you remember them during this season, but it also helps build lasting relationships.

The ODM Group, along with its product design agency based in Vietnam, Mindsparkz, is here to help you brainstorm, design and manufacture the best holiday corporate gift ideas to make your gift marketing campaign stand out.

We are always on the lookout for new, innovative and sustainable merchandise ideas that will suit your marketing campaigns, advertising and promotional needs. Our diverse approach makes us a great partner for businesses that want a team to manage their projects closely.

Contact us today to get started on developing a product that will go above and beyond your expectations!

Plan Ahead For Other Chinese Holidays

Chinese New Year may be the most significant holiday, but other Chinese holidays could affect your business. Make sure to check them out below!

April – Qing Ming Festival

May – Labour Day

June – Dragon Boat Festival

Mid-Autumn Festival

September – Mid-Autumn Festival 

China Golden Week Holiday

October – The Golden Week 

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