It still feels like 2025 until the Chinese New Year comes in. As the oldest Chinatown in Europe is preparing for the festivities to commence, and more details have been unveiled about the annual parade.
A date has already been unveiled for the Lunar New Year celebrations in Liverpool, to mark the start of the year of the Fire Horse. Locals and visitors alike can expect a whole lot of festivities around the city, including the famous Lunar New Year parade in Liverpool’s Chinatown.
When will the main Lunar New Year celebrations take place in Liverpool?
The main celebration for the Lunar New Year in Liverpool will take place on February 22, with an additional, smaller set of events scheduled for February 21, between 11am and 5pm on both days. Guests can expect family workshops, Tai Chi demonstrations, street theatre, unique stage performances, a fairground, live music and plenty of food and craft stalls. What is more, there will be firecracker displays and traditional dragon, lion, and unicorn parades on the Sunday.
When will the Lunar New Year parade in Liverpool take place?
The Lunar New Year parade will take place on February 14, starting at 1pm.
The Lunar New Year parade
Liverpool Hung Gar Kung Fu Friendship Association, Pagoda Arts, as well as dance company Movema, is set to lead the massive Lunar New Year parade this year. Starting from 1pm on Church Street, stilt walkers and Beijing opera-style costumes from Artemis Productions will adorn Liverpool’s streets, going through Paradise Street in Liverpool ONE, as well as the Royal Albert Dock.
What is more, the city will light up in a myriad of red lanterns around Chinatown, Royal Albert Dock and Liverpool ONE, and our landmarks like St George’s Hall and Liverpool Town Hall will be lit up in red.
Secretary General of the Liverpool Chinese Business Association and the Merseyside Chinese Association Joint Action Group, Ming Wang, said: “As we turn the page from the Year of the Snake, we gallop joyfully into the vibrant Year of the Horse – a year bursting with strength, freedom, and spirited adventure.
“Our local Chinese community, Culture Liverpool, and many partner organisations have once again come together with great heart and dedication to create a dazzling programme of arts and cultural events for all to enjoy.
“This festival shines with energy, excitement, and joy, offering a lively and diverse array of free activities for children and adults alike. We warmly welcome everyone to come and join the celebrations.”