Tuesday 06-02-2024 - 16:09

Chinese New Year is right around the corner, and we’re bringing you all the facts, fun and events you’re looking for. Also known by some as Lunar New Year, it’s a time filled with joyous festivities and celebrations, and there’s so many ways you can get involved!

The UK’s brightest celebrations begin this Saturday 11 February, with live performances, food, stalls and even a funfair spread all across the city.

And of course, we couldn’t welcome the Year of the Dragon without the return of the City’s legendary Dragon parade 🐉

Here’s everything you need to know and how you can get involved:

 

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🏮 What is it?

Lunar New Year celebrates the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar - many people around the world celebrate this time with their friends and families and welcome good wishes for the year ahead.

 

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🏛️ Manchester Museum - 7 Feb

Start off the celebrations at Manchester Museum with live performances and workshops to start creating your decorations.

 

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🧧 Lunar Envelopes - 9 Feb

Stop by our reception area and grab your own Lunar New Year envelope, a tradition that involves gifting red envelopes to your loved ones - filled with goodies to symbolise good wishes and luck for the new year.

 

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🎊 Chinatown Celebrations - 10 & 11 Feb

Head to Chinatown for a funfair, live music and performances, stalls, food & drink and of course Manchester's famous red lanterns.

 

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🐲 Dragon Parade - 11 Feb

Ever wanted to see a 175ft dragon dance through the streets of the city? Well, this is probably one of your only chances!

 

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🦁 Lion Dance - 21 Feb

The festivities continue at The Portico Library - catch a traditional Lion Dance and some other fun and enriching activities.

 

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Make sure to check out more info on Chinese New Year in Manchester if you’re interested and want to celebrate in style!