Start your Year of the Dragon at a roaring street party as the annual Chinese New Year Night Parade returns! Taking on the theme of 'World Party Great Celebration', the parade will feature dazzling floats and energetic performers from Hong Kong and around the world.
When is the Chinese New Year Night Parade?
A street performance party will get the crowd in the festive mood starting 6pm on February 10, before the parade begins at 8pm to make its way through the main streets of Tsim Sha Tsui from the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza to the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel and Towers.
Where to watch the Chinese New Year Night Parade?
Those who want to catch the exciting spectacle can watch for free along Canton, Haiphong, and Nathan Road – just make sure you get there early to nab a decent spot!
What can I see at the Chinese New Year Night Parade?
This year's parade will feature nine float, along with 13 local and 16 international performance groups, including Japanese all-female pop dance group Avantgardey, famously known for their appearance on Yaosobi's Idol music video.
Other performers include the Light Dancers from Spain, the Universe of Lights from Germany, the Guangxi Arts Troupe and the Tibet Chamdo Troupe with cultural performances, professional cheerleaders from the US, and the Bacolod City MassKara Festival from the Philippines.
And don't worry if you have to sit this one out, as the floats will be on display at The Urban Council Centenary Garden in Tsim Sha Tsui from February 11 to 25 for visitors to get a closer look at the impressive structures. International teams will also perform there
on February 11 and 12.