Celebrate the Year of the Horse with vibrant happenings around town from parades and fireworks to markets and more!
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| | | One of Hong Kong's biggest festivals, Chinese New Year is celebrated with vibrant flower markets, prayers at temples, wish-making at Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees, an exuberant night parade, Victoria Harbour fireworks and the Year of the Horse Raceday. Join us at Hong Kong's world party, where everywhere is filled with wishes and auspiciousness! | | | | | | | | | | Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade | | | | | | | | Best Fortune. World Party.
| | Kick off Chinese New Year at the spectacular Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade on the first day of the holiday! Admire gleaming floats and enjoy enthralling performances along the bustling streets of Tsim Sha Tsui, where the best of carnival and multicultural festivities unfold.
Eight distinctive floats will subsequently be displayed at Kai Tak Sports Park. On the second and third days of the Lunar New Year, additional stages will be set up, inviting multiple performance troupes to showcase their talents on the spot, extending the spectacular celebrations!
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Location: Various locations in Tsim Sha Tsui | | | | | | | | | | Revel in Exciting Festivities Around Town | | | | |  | | | | 2026 Chinese New Year Fireworks Display | | | The second day of Chinese New Year is when an astounding fireworks take over Victoria Harbour as Hong Kong ushers in the Year of the Horse! Ring in the new year with this festive spectacle! | | | | | |  | | | | Year of the Horse Raceday | | | The third day of Chinese New Year is typically celebrated with the captivating annual horse racing event at Sha Tin Racecourse. Thrilling races, lively lion dance performances, alongside eclectic shows and performances await, marking an auspicious start to the new year. | | | | | | | | | | |  | | | | Hong Kong Well-wishing Festival 2026 | | | Discover the charm of Lam Tsuen, a peaceful village that springs to life during Chinese New Year! Join the hundreds of visitors at the Wishing Trees, where you can write your blessings on joss paper and toss them into the trees. According to legend, your wish will come true if it catches on the branches — the higher it hangs, the better! | | | | | |  | | | | Chinese New Year Cup 2026 | | | The Chinese New Year Cup is a traditional Hong Kong football event. This year, the Hong Kong team will face FC Seoul from South Korea's K League at the Hong Kong Stadium on the fifth day of the Lunar New Year. A Youth Exhibition Match will also be held on the same day, enhancing the match‑day experience for fans. | | | | | | | | | | |  | | | | Hong Kong Disneyland | | | Celebrate Chinese New Year with the 'Magical Year After Year' event at Hong Kong Disneyland! This festive occasion combines traditions with Disney magic, where beloved characters dress up in special festive outfits to share blessings, warm hugs and joyful reunions! | | | | | |  | | | | Ocean Park Hong Kong | | | Head to Ocean Park to celebrate the lucky Year of the Horse! Visit the Whirl-a-Wish Panda Garden at Waterfront Plaza or immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere with exciting dragon and lion dance performances, along with surprise visits from the God of Fortune and his companions. | | | | | | | | | | | | Delve Into Chinese New Year Customs and Traditions in Hong Kong | | | | |  | | | Chinese New Year Traditions: Things to Do | | | Learn Chinese New Year customs and traditions that will come in handy during this grand celebration in Hong Kong! Familiarise yourself with the do's and don'ts for a prosperous and blessed year ahead! | | | | | | | | | |  | | | Enjoy auspicious eats during Chinese New Year | | | What you eat during Chinese New Year holds significant symbolic importance for attracting good luck in the year ahead. Each traditional dish represents different elements believed to bring about a prosperous new year. Read on to find out more interesting facts! | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
