Year of the Ox

What do you know about the Chinese Year of the Ox? What characteristics might you expect of an ox child or adult? Find out here - and enjoy our fun printables, too!

Year of the Ox Dates

• 11th February 1937 – 30th January 1938
• 29th January 1949 – 16th February 1950
• 15th February 1961 – 4rd February 1962
• 3rd February 1973 – 22th January 1974
• 20th February 1985 – 8th February 1986
• 7th February 1997 – 27th January 1998
• 26th January 2009 – 13th February 2010
• 12th February 2021 - 31st January 2022
• 31st January 1933 - 18th February 2034

Next Year of the Ox

We won't be celebrating the Year of the Ox again until 31st January 1933!

Ox Characteristics

As you might expect, the ox is dependable, very hard-working and strong. They are also very good leaders, who aren't swayed by the fads and fashions they see around them. They are honest, easy to get along with, loving and patient - an excellent companion or family member to have around.

Our Year of the Ox Resources