Chinese New Year events to celebrate Year of the Horse in Hong Kong 2026

Cityplaza is welcoming the Year of the Horse with an auspicious installation centred around pine trees, which symbolises fortune and vitality in Chinese culture. Collaborating with artist Xietu and his brand Soong & Soong, Cityplaza’s ‘Evergreen Blessings’ installation heralds a year of prosperity. 

Follow the brand’s iconic mascot Sleepy Soong on a journey of traditional bonsai culture and zen living across four thematic zones with eight photo ops, including the five-metre-tall ‘Evergreen Health & Happiness Tree’ where you can step right into its tree trunk! Other unmissable spots include the ‘Dragon of Auspicious Wishes’, ‘Pine of Prosperity’, and the interactive ‘Happily Ever After Bridge’.

This Lunar New Year installation is located at Atrium, 2/F, and Bridge, Cityplaza, 18 Taikoo Shing Road, Tai Koo.

When it comes to Lunar New Year festivities, The Peninsula takes the crown for one of the most spectacular lion and dragon dance performances in town. Each year, the ‘Grande Dame of the Far East’ hosts a vibrant showcase of this traditional dance at its entrance and lobby on the first day of the Lunar New Year, complete with a series of dining offers and auspicious gifts for spectators. 

For the Year of the Horse, the hotel will host its annual lion and dragon dance at 9am on February 17. Don’t miss this cherished tradition! The Peninsula Hong Kong is located at Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.

Make your way to Tsuen Wan Plaza for an adorable Lunar New Year installation plus a handicrafts market. Located at the Sky Garden is a series of horse- and New Year-themed photo ops. Take a stroll through the ‘Wishing Light Path’ and witness shooting stars and prosperous symbols projected overhead before stepping into the ‘Bubble Rink’ for a spin on the ice. Little ones will love the ‘Interactive Riding Zone’, where kids can mount adorable cartoon horses for a photo. Don’t forget to stop by the ‘Wishing Cherry Blossom’ and the 20-m-long floral mural before making your way to the handicrafts market. 

Themed around the ever-popular pistachio, Tsuen Wan Plaza’s market features a curation of innovative desserts and sweets alongside locally handcrafted goods. Find the Lunar New Year installation at L5/F, and the market at Atrium and Corridor, 1/F, Tsuen Wan Plaza, 4-30 Tai Pa Street, Tsuen Wan.

Island Shangri-La is heralding the Year of the Horse with its annual lion dance and bai sun worshipping ceremony. On the second day of Lunar New Year, witness a professional band of performers bring a thousand-year-old tradition to life with rhythmic moves, dexterous maneuvers, and the festive beat of ritual drums at the hotel lobby. 

In addition, the God of Wealth will be making his rounds throughout the hotel on the first three days of the new year, ready to bring fortune and prosperity to those who spot and greet him. Don’t miss your chance to receive good wishes! Island Shangri-La is located at Supreme Court Road, Admiralty.

Once again, Wan Chai’s Lee Tung Avenue is lighting up with vibrant lanterns for Lunar New Year. The ‘Lanterns and Blossoms Celebrate Year of the Horse’ installation features the Avenue’s iconic sea of lanterns, where over 800 traditional Chinese gold and red lanterns dangle overhead. In addition, 12 pink peach blossom trees now line the avenue, their vibrant blossoms transforming the space into an aesthetic feng shui courtyard that symbolises romantic harmony and success in all relationships. 

Lee Tung Avenue is located at 200 Queen’s Road East, Wan Chai. Throughout the Lunar New Year holidays, the avenue will host a series of festive events, including the popular ‘Dragon & Lion Dance Spectacular’, lion dance performances, as well as a bustling Chinese New Year market. Stay tuned for more event details.

Immerse yourselves in festive buzz at Kowloon Shangri-La, because over the Lunar New Year holidays, the hotel is hosting a series of celebrations, including a traditional lion and dance performance on New Year’s Day complete with impressive stunts on plum blossom poles. Also returning for the Year of the Horse is the popular giant Lo Hei event centred around a long dining table in the lobby. Topped with a vibrant lo hei spread, guests are encouraged to take part in this auspicious ritual of ‘tossing up happiness’ to usher in prosperity, success, and blessings for the year ahead. 

Meanwhile, visitors to Kowloon Shangri-La can also participate in various cultural experiences, including Chinese paper cutting and rainbow calligraphy workshops, while enjoying performances of traditional Chinese instruments at the hotel lobby. Workshops are free to join between 3 to 5pm daily, spaces are offered at a first-come-first-served basis. Kowloon Shangri-La is located at 64 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui.

Central Market is bustling this Lunar New Year with its ‘A Golden Year with Luck’ celebration! From a thematic installation to festive workshops and a handicrafts market, the historic market is set to become a destination for visitors and residents alike throughout the holidays. 

For a one-of-a-kind Lunar New Year activity, check out Renaissance Harbour View Hotel and Hong Kong Tramways’ festive Renaissance Lunar Tram. The launch of their ‘Restaurant Tram’ took the city by storm, winning over visitors and residents alike with its unique ride and dine concept. Now, the tram is making a comeback for the Year of the Horse!

With daily operations scheduled between February 6 to March 1, you’ll have a chance to glide through the streets of Hong Kong Island on a vintage tram decked out in auspicious decór while indulging in the Auspicious Gourmet Box, expertly prepared by the three signature restaurants from the Renaissance Harbour View Hotel.

Highlights of the box include mini bird’s nest egg tarts from Dynasty, char siu and cheddar tartlets from Mirage Bar & Restaurant, and a lobster and pomelo salad from Food Studio. Tickets are priced at $308 per person for weekday rides and $338 per person for weekend rides. The journey begins at Causeway Bay Terminus and concludes at Western Market. Reserve a spot at renhongkong-eshop.com.

Scouting for a place to watch the Lunar New Year fireworks over Victoria Harbour? Make your way to Kerry Hotel’s rooftop bar, Red Sugar, and herald the new year in a vibrant party! Each standing ticket includes a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne for toasting, while seated parties will receive the whole bottle plus two canapés to enjoy throughout the fireworks display. 

Beyond the party, Kerry Hotel is also hosting a vibrant festive programme that brings joyful celebrations to its guests. On the second and third day of the new year, a traditional lion dance will parade through the lobby, bestowing blessings and good wishes to all present. Visitors are also encouraged to take part in paper cutting and Chinese ink painting workshops where you can create bespoke festive decorations for your home. Workshops are free to join and scheduled between 3 to 6pm daily at the hotel lobby. Kerry Hotel is located at 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom.

Usher in the Year of the Horse with popular mascots Kyubi and Gloomy at Windsor House! Created by Japanese artist Mori Chack, Kyubi has taken the internet by storm with its rebellious charm. Meanwhile, fellow trendy character Gloomy The Naughty Grizzly will act as Kyubi’s partner-in-crime at Windsor House’s Lunar New Year installation. ‘Kyubi x Gloomy Sweet Lab’ features a series of character sculptures in themed costumes, including a unicorn Gloomy, a nine-tailed fox Kyubi, and many more. 

This installation takes place at G/F, Windsor House, 311 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay. In addition to the vibrant installation, Windsor House is organising a Kyubi mahjong competition on February 7, where 16 master players stand a chance to bring home a limited-edition, hand-carved mahjong set.