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A Guide to Chinese New Year
More than just an age-old tradition, the Chinese New Year is a joyous occasion, marked with family reunions and wishes for abundance and prosperity.
Symbolised by one of twelve zodiac animals, this period of renewal and celebration is marked with family reunions, gatherings among friends and island-wide festivals where all are welcome.
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While festivities take place islandwide, these districts and locales boasts a thrilling calendar of events during the Lunar New Year. Visit the official site to find out more.
Street Light Up
Festive lights and decorations illuminate the heart of Chinatown during the Lunar New Year – be sure to get your cameras out for the occasion.
Chingay Parade
With street carnival vibes, dazzling performances and a procession of glittering floats, this iconic parade is not to be missed!
River Hongbao
With an annual theme centred on the year's zodiac animal, this celebration boasts live entertainment, street food and cultural performances.
Weekly Stage Shows
Troupes of talented performers take the stage in Chinatown to regale visitors with song and dance.
Festive Fair and Food Fair
From trinkets to toothsome eats, you'll find a feast for all your senses during the Lunar New Year.
Festive Food to Savour
Feast on Chinese delicacies and toothsome morsels during the Lunar New Year.
These sinfully sweet treats are filled with gooey pineapple jam in a buttery pastry. Be sure to save some to bring home!
This raw fish salad is said to impart good fortune on those who toss its ingredients high in the air before partaking. Wishes for prosperity are traditionally uttered with each ingredient added.
The Chinese version of jerky, this salty-sweet dried meat is available all year round, but more commonly consumed as a snack during Chinese New Year.
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
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From trendy bars and traditional merchants to bustling streets and stories, Singapore's Chinatown is filled with enchantment.