Chinese New Year in Hong Kong
Everything you need to know for the Lunar New Year festivities in Hong Kong
Chinese New Year in Hong Kong is the biggest celebration in the city’s calendar. Yes, we get excited about Christmas and NYE too, but CNY, Spring Festival or whatever you want to call it is the real number one occasion. The fireworks are more numerous, the public holidays last longer and there are even more decorations, traditions and special foods to be enjoyed.
This year Hong Kong prepares to welcome the Year of the Pig on February 5. Last of all the Chinese zodiac animals – possibly because it overslept or ate too much and fell asleep – the pig is a fortutious animal and should bring luck to many other zodiac signs this year.
Whether you’re a visitor or a local staying in town for the holiday (travelling during CNY is extra expensive after all), there’s tons of things to do in Hong Kong at this time of year. Read on below to learn about important Chinese New Year traditions, the best places to watch the spectacular annual fireworks,
