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Experience the grandeur of Hong Kong’s Marquee Chinese Year celebration with traditional parades, mouthwatering Poon Choi feast, cultural performances, and exciting activities like Mahjong. Join the global festivities on February 10th, 2024, featuring a spectacular World Party Great Celebration Parade and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Lunar New Year in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong is set to reclaim the spotlight with the Marquee Chinese Year celebration after a five-year hiatus. The event promises a unique blend of traditional and global festivities, including captivating parades, delicious Poon Choi feasts, cultural showcases, and the excitement of Mahjong. Get ready to immerse yourself in the celebration of the Year of the Dragon at the Marquee Chinese Year festival on February 10th.
Parade Extravaganza: On February 10th, from 8:00 PM to 9:45 PM, the World Party Great Celebration Parade will take over the streets, featuring 13 local and 16 international performance groups. Marvel at the enchanting displays by renowned teams like Avantgardey from Japan, Light Dancers from Spain, and Bacolod City MassKara Festival from the Philippines. The parade will transform Jim Sa Jui, creating an unforgettable party atmosphere.
Dazzling Fireworks and Flower Show: Witness the spectacular Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade live on February 10th from 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM (Thailand time) or 8:00 PM to 9:45 PM (Hong Kong time). The event will be broadcasted on Discover Hong Kong’s official website, offering a front-row seat to the mesmerizing fireworks and flower display, kicking off the new year in 2024.
Delight in Hong Kong’s Unique Traditions: Explore traditional Chinese New Year delicacies such as Poon Choi, a communal feast symbolizing prosperity and happiness. Join local tours in Yuen Long or Sha Tau Kok to experience the authentic celebrations, or try your hand at making traditional Chinese New Year puddings like Poon Choi and desserts like Pudding Day.
Seafood Delicacies: Indulge in the rich symbolism of seafood during Chinese New Year. Visit Des Voeux Road in Sheung Wan, renowned as the world’s largest dried seafood market, offering an array of dried treasures like abalone, dried scallops, and dried shrimp. These delicacies are believed to bring good luck and abundance in the new year.
Mahjong Madness: Experience the joy of Lunar New Year by engaging in the popular Chinese tradition of playing Mahjong. Gather with friends and family to enjoy this social and strategic game, believed to bring good fortune and strengthen bonds. The sound of Mahjong tiles clashing mirrors the positive energy sweeping away misfortune during the festive season.
Whether you’re captivated by the grand parade, savoring the symbolic delicacies, or engaging in traditional activities like Mahjong, Hong Kong’s Marquee Chinese Year celebration promises an unforgettable experience. Embrace the festive spirit, join the global celebrations, and usher in the Year of the Dragon with joy and prosperity in the heart of Hong Kong.
