Chinese New Year is here and we cant wait to celebrate it with all of our students. 

Here’s a look at things to do this weekend for Chinese New Year in Manchester the year of the Rat.

Don’t miss the brand-new illuminated Dragon, plus traditional lion dances, Chinese acrobatics, singing, poem reading and Kungfu.

On Sunday 26th January follow the 175ft dragon from St Peter’s Square to Chinatown and enjoy the spectacular fireworks finale at 6pm.

Friday 24th January

• 12pm – 8pm: Stalls
  12pm – 8pm: Funfair
  5.30pm, 6.30pm, 7.30pm: Illuminated Dragon Dance

Saturday 25th January

• 12pm – 8pm: Stalls
  12pm – 8pm: Funfair
  12pm – 5pm: Live Performances; Lion Dance, Chinese Dance, Singing, Poem Reading & Kungfu
  5.30pm, 6.30pm, 7.30pm: Illuminated Dragon Dance

Sunday 26th January

• 12pm – 8pm: Stalls
  12pm – 8pm: Workshops
  12pm – 8pm: Funfair
  12pm – 5.30pm: Live Performances; Chinese Acrobatics, Lion Dance, Chinese Opera, Chinese Dance, Singing, Poem reading & Kungfu
• 12.30pm – 2pm: 175ft Dragon Parade (St Peter’s Square – Chinatown)
  5.30pm: Illuminated Dragon Dance
  6pm: Firework Finale

Manchester Confucius Institute

• On Sunday they have performances taking place as part of Manchester Art Galleries Chinese New Years celebrations from 12-4pm! You can also take part in their live drawing sessions during dance and tai chi performances. 

          Event info: HERE 

• Fancy learning Calligraphy to write names & blessings onto tags for you to hang on Selfridges wishing tree or take them home!  Plus tasting real Chinese Tea! Head to Exchange Square from 1-5pm at Selfridges. 

• Join them on Sunday at Central Library where they will be hosting drop-in Chinese tea ceremonies between 12 – 4pm with workshops and musical performances taking place simultaneously for you to enjoy!

           Event info: HERE

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