Chinese and Lunar New Year Celebration
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Tue 17 February 2026
18:00 - 21:00 - Location
- Purdown View Cafe, Frenchay Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Student Life studentlife@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking required
Description
Lunar New Year, often called the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, is the most important holiday in China and Chinese communities around the world. It is not only celebrated in China. Vietnam, Korea, Malaysia, and Singapore also celebrate the Lunar New Year holiday. The two-week celebration includes family and friends, feasting and fireworks, parties and parades.
This student-run event is a perfect way to experience the culture, meet new friends, and have a blast. Everyone is welcome to join in the festivities!
Registration and tickets
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking required
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