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London Ignites for Fire Horse Lunar New Year
25 Jan
Summary
- Lunar New Year 2026 marks the Year of the Fire Horse, promising dynamic energy.
- London hosts numerous events from February 11 to March 3.
- Festivities include parades, street food, workshops, and cultural performances.
London is set to erupt in festivities as Lunar New Year 2026, the Year of the Fire Horse, arrives on February 17. This auspicious period, promising dynamic energy, will be celebrated across the city until March 3. East Asian communities are uniting to offer a rich tapestry of events for Londoners to enjoy.
From February 11 to March 3, London will host a variety of celebrations. These include a major parade through Charing Cross and Trafalgar Square, vibrant festivities in Greenwich on February 21, and a free event at Camden Market on the same day. Cultural experiences such as dumpling tasting, calligraphy workshops, and traditional music performances will be featured.
Further events include a 'Sounds of Spring' concert on March 3 at SOAS, a family festival at the London Docklands Museum on February 21-22, and a unique calligraphy and noodle tasting session on February 14. A lantern-making workshop on March 2 will mark the closing of the celebrations, symbolizing renewal and hope.
