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The best of Hong Kong for free. people tend to do a thorough cleanse of hair and body before Chinese New Year. The colloquial saying goes ‘The 28th day [is for] washing the dirt away’ (nin Chinese New Year is one of Hong Kong’s biggest celebrations. Whether you’re spending the holiday at home with family and other loved ones or celebrating the festival’s traditions around the city, there are numerous Chinese New Year customs that you should familiarise yourself with for a new, prosperous year ahead. An intro to Chinese New Year traditions in Hong Kong. History, practices, and dos and don’ts for CNY Make sure you complete all the things to prepare before Chinese New Year, and check out Chinese New Year is one of Hong Kong’s biggest festivals and is celebrated with red lanterns, lion dances, markets, prayers for good fortune and auspicious cuisines. From interactive installations to festive decorations there are plenty of celebratory events throughout the city to start the new year with joy and prosperity. In Hong Kong, Chinese New Year is a traditional festival where families gather to celebrate. Read on to find out all about the local experiences such as auspicious foods to eat, and festive happenings to enjoy like dragon and lion dances, wishing trees, a night parade, fireworks display and flower markets. Hong Kong’s biggest malls will also be showing off Chinese New Year displays for photo-opportunities you won’t want to miss, accompanied by slashed prices at almost every large shopping district – such as apm, Citywalk, Festival Walk, Harbour City, Langham Place, New Town Plaza, Pacific Place, Time Square, 1881 Heritage. Before Chinese New Year, thoroughly clean your home of all the accumulated bad luck from the previous year, clearing space for the good fortune of the upcoming year. This ensures a fresh start on the new lunar new year. Cleaning and clearing away during Chinese New Year is a no-no, so don’t get these mixed up! Then, decorate your home A Lunar New Year Fair during Chinese New Year (© Kelvin Yan via Unsplash) Running from January 23-29, 15 Lunar New Year fairs across Hong Kong will feature dry goods, wet goods, and food stalls, drawing locals eager to partake themselves in the celebration. The Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade will begin at 8pm on Wednesday. Nine floats will set off from the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza in Tsim Sha Tsui and head along Canton Chinese New Year (CNY) is one of the most significant celebrations in Asian culture, filled with traditions that bring luck, prosperity, and happiness. To ensure you start the lunar year on the right foot, here’s a handy list of do’s and don’ts to follow during the festive season! The Do’s. Clean and Declutter Your Home Chinese New Year's Day marks the beginning of the Spring Festival holiday, which is the biggest holiday in China. Hong Kong's Chinese New Year festival is world-famous. In 2025, Chinese New Year will fall on January 29th. In Hong Kong, people get three public holidays from Jan. 29th to Jan 31st. Join the spectators on both sides of Victoria Harbour on the second day of Chinese New Year to witness an astounding fireworks display as Hong Kong ushers in the Year of the Snake! Don’t miss the chance to kick-start the new year with this awe-inspiring spectacle. Coordinator: Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau Residents and tourists packing streets in Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui cheered and applauded as floats, dancers and musicians joined the Lunar New Year parade on Wednesday night, delivering a Image credit: Citygate. Citygate Outlets, Hong Kong’s largest outlet mall in Tung Chung, is celebrating the Lunar New Year in collaboration with Nestlé KitKat. Visitors will be greeted by a fortune-bringing Lucky Cat and the wish-granting Daruma surrounded by chocolate-themed KitKat bars and beautiful flower lanterns made by students. The Lantern Festival is a cherished celebration in Chinese culture that has stood the test of time. Chinese New Year Lantern Carnival 2025 showcases breathtaking lantern displays, captivating stage performances, and interactive lantern riddles that invite everyone to dive into the rich tapestry of Chinese traditions. Join in the festivities and experience the joy and blessings of Chinese New Chinese New Year is one of Hong Kong’s biggest celebrations. Whether you’re spending the holiday at home with family and other loved ones or celebrating the festival’s traditions around the city, there are numerous Chinese New Year customs that you should familiarise yourself with for a new, prosperous year ahead. Chinese New Year is one of Hong Kong’s biggest celebrations. Whether you’re spending the holiday at home with family and other loved ones or celebrating the festival’s traditions around the city, there are numerous Chinese New Year customs that you should familiarise yourself with for a new, prosperous year ahead. According to the Hong Kong Observatory (HKO), the city is to expect a cold spell right before the arrival of Chinese New Year. Temperatures will begin to drop on Thursday (February 8) and will Priced at HK$388, it is available from January 6, 2025 at all Tea WG Salon & Boutiques all over Hong Kong. Bacha Coffee: This Chinese New Year, Bacha Coffee invites you to celebrate new beginnings with an exquisite collection of festive gifts. These curated sets feature 100% Arabica coffees, artisanal treats, and exquisite accessories. Common Chinese New Year Greetings: Kung Hei Fat Choi, Sun Tai Kin Hong & More. The Lunar New Year doesn’t officially begin until the second week of February but you’ll probably start to hear people greet each other with “kung hei fat choi” (wishing you a prosperous year) much earlier in the month.
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