The Lunar New year, a major holiday in China, South Korea, Vietnam and other East Asian countries, is just around the corner.
The first day is marked by the first new moon of this calendar and each year is represented by one of the 12 zodiac animals: the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, sheep, monkey, rooster, dog and pig.
This year’s Lunar New Year marks the start of the Year of the Snake on January 29 and Bristol is packed with all kind of events to celebrate.
Scroll through to learn about 14 dazzling ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year, including traditional lion dance performance, Kung Fu demonstrations and calligraphy workshops.
9. Lunar New Year at Za Za Bazaar
Enjoy a live Chinese Lion Dance performance at Za Za Bazaar on February 1 at 7pm and February 2 at 3pm. There will also be special Chinese dishes and Chinese New Year cocktails available. To book a table visit https://fave.co/3Cldkes | Google
10. VSTOL's New Year Party 2025 (新春派对) at Illuminati Bristol
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with an unforgettable night of music, energy, and vibes you can’t miss on February 1 from 10.30pm. There will be three Asian Top-Class DJs, an amazing UoB Lion Dance performance, limited free shots to kickstart the night, vibrant Lunar New Year Décor and Lucky Red Pockets for all guests. There will also be an official after-party at Central KTV. Tickets can be booked at https://fave.co/4jmWmNq | BristolWorld
11. Monsta Bristol Presents “Lunar New Year Boat Party” @Thekla
Get on your red & gold Cheung Sam’s, and get ready to party throughout the night with your favourite resident DJs and the international DJs “Twin Tigerz” at Thekla Night Club on February 5 from 11pm to 4am. There will be free red envelopes and a chance to win £50 at the costume competition. Tickets can be booked at https://fave.co/4jhSVrr | Thekla
12. Lunar New Year 2025 at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery
Usher in the Lunar New Year with an exciting weekend filled with a variety of activities for all ages at Bristol Museum and Art Gallery on February 8 and 9. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of China and South Asia through captivating dance, music, martial arts and lion dances; get creative with hands-on crafts, learn about Chinese and East Asian heritage, and take a selfie with our roving pandas, and embark on a fun-filled snake trail around the museum and learn fascinating facts at the SSuper SSnake stall. Activities include an authentic Chinese Tea Performance, Kung Fu demonstrations, Traditional Lion dance and Tai Chi. More information at https://fave.co/42hT3RH | Bristol Museum & Art Gallery