Jan 30
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Feb 13

Chinese New Year Night Parade

★ Staff recommendation
8:00pm – 12:00am
Free

Chinese New Year is the biggest and most anticipated event in Hong Kong’s calendar. With a mix of ancient customs and modern fun, fantastic fireworks and huge parades, prayers at the temple, and intimate family gatherings, you can feel the excitement in the air as the city prepares for the festival.

What happens?

The festivities officially kick off with the annual Cathay Pacific Chinese New Year Night Parade in Tsim Sha Tsui. This night parade has massive floats, elaborate costumes, lion and dragon dances, drummers, acrobats, and performers from all around the world.

night parade tsim sha tsui
Photo by Hong Kong Tourism Board

Schedule 2025

The festivities will commence with a pre-parade street party at 6:00 PM, featuring juggling acts, magic shows, dancing, and live music.

The main parade will start at 8:00 PM at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, proceeding along Canton Road, Haiphong Road, and Nathan Road, before concluding at the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel.

This year’s parade will showcase nine elaborately designed floats and 46 performance groups, including international acts such as K-pop girl group Kep1er and Thai boy band LYKN.

Tickets

Purchase your tickets online.

This package offers reserved seating in Zone C for a closer view of the parade’s vibrant displays.

The tour includes a visit to the Lam Tsuen Wishing Tree, a cherished tradition where visitors make wishes for good fortune, and a stop at the West Kowloon Cultural District, known for its scenic views and cultural significance. Guests will also enjoy dim sum at Tim Ho Wan, known as the world’s most inexpensive Michelin starred restaurant. This dim sum spot has proudly held on to its star for over a decade!

Organisers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.

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