Update Chinese New Year UK , Saturday

 

Chinese New Year is celebrated enthusiastically in China, Hong Kong and Singapore. One of th largest celebrations in a Chinatown outside these countries is in London. Expect a big parade, decorated pedestriansed streets, and festive dinners. You will see red lanterns and hear lion dances. Although Chinese New Year started  midweek, the big parade in Chinatown will be on Saturday.

In Singapore you will see many lion dances, in pubic places, or in private homes. The lion dancers perform the undulating moving of the dragon to loud drumming and cymbals. They throw items to the crowd.