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In Chinese tradition each year is named after one of 12 different animals of the Chinese zodiac: Rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and pig. When is Chinese New Year celebrated in London? Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, always falls between late January and mid-February. In 2025, Chinese New Year falls on 29 January. The 2025 Chinese New Year festival in central London, organised by the London Chinatown Chinese Association (LCCA), takes place on 1 and 2 February. What is Chinese New Year? Chinese New Year always falls between late January and mid-February and has a history of over 3,500 years. In 2025, Chinese New Year falls on 29 January. It is also called the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival and is the most important festival in Chinese culture. It celebrates the beginning of the new year on the All the latest content about Lunar New Year from the BBC. Chinese New Year event cancelled as high winds loom. Lunar New Year 2025 falls on 29 January and marks the Year of the Snake. On Saturday 1 February 2025 lion dance performances weave through the streets of Chinatown between 11am-5pm.. The major celebrations happen on Sunday 2 February 2025, with the Chinese New Year The Chinese Lunar New Year is almost here and London is once again preparing to host an array of celebrations throughout the Chinatown area this weekend. This Saturday and Sunday (February 1 and February 2) Soho will be the ultimate destination for festivities as the spot hosts an array of activities and performances to mark the year of the Chinese New Year is on a different day each year because it is based on the lunar calendar, which is different from the Gregorian calendar that most of the world follows. The lunar calendar is based on the phases of the moon, and each month begins with the new moon which means that the date of Chinese New Year changes each year in relation to The seventh day of the Lunar New Year (February 4, 2025) is said to be when the Chinese mother goddess, Nuwa, created humanity. Thus, it’s called renri/jan jat (the people’s birthday). The Year of the Dragon is considered one of the most powerful and auspicious years in the Chinese zodiac, symbolising strength, fortune and success Image source, PA Media Image caption, In 2025, Chinese New Year falls on Wednesday 29 January, with London’s Lunar New Year parade taking place the following weekend, on Sunday 2 February. What time does the parade start? Thousands of people have turned out in the rain to celebrate the Chinese New Year in central London. A parade, starting at Trafalgar Square, saw floats and beating drums head through the city A primary school assembly framework for KS1, KS2 and P1 - P7 celebrating Lunar New (also known as Chinese New Year). Includes video, suggestions for songs, optional words for reflection and prayer. Dance with the dragons in our exclusive 360° video of Chinese New Year in London 2019. Welcome to the year of the pig. Video by Jamie Moreland.Subscribe to B Thousands of people have turned out in the rain to celebrate the Chinese New Year in central London. A parade, starting at Trafalgar Square, saw floats and beating drums head through the city Thousands of people have turned out in the rain to celebrate the Chinese New Year in central London. A parade, starting at Trafalgar Square, saw floats and beating drums head through the city A celebration to mark the Chinese New Year is to be held for the first time in a Warwickshire town with a growing Asian population. Everything you need to know about Lunar New Year 2025. Lunar In Chinatown London you’ll find lion dancing, stalls and plenty of places to stop off for a Chinese New Year feast. Full Schedule of Chinese New Year Events in London: 1st February 2025. 11:00am – 5:00pm: 📍Chinatown: Lion Dance Performances throughout Chinatown; 2nd February 2025. 10:00am – 11:45am: 📍 East of Trafalgar Square to Thousands of people have turned out to celebrate the Chinese New Year in central London. Image caption, A parade, starting at Trafalgar Square, saw floats and beating drums head down Shaftesbury 🐍 The ultimate guide to Lunar New Year in London 2025. 🥾 London Chinese Lunar New Year Parade 2025: start time, route and everything you need to know. Year of the Snake at Greenwich Peninsula.
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