Lunar New Year in Hong Kong: fireworks, parades and festive fairs return for Year of the Dragon
- Where to go, what to see as city celebrates first Lunar New Year since pandemic restrictions ended
- Big crowds expected to watch Tsim Sha Tsui parade and 23-minute fireworks display at Victoria Harbour
This year’s festival is especially significant as it is the first since the city ended its Covid-19 pandemic restrictions last year.
The Post lists some of the offerings in store as Hong Kong ushers in the Year of the Dragon.
Festive markets
These lively, bright fairs are a must-visit for Hongkongers stocking up on flowers, decorations and other festive goods ahead of Lunar New Year’s Day which falls on Saturday.
Fifteen government-approved temporary markets opened across the city on February 4 and will stay in business until 7am on Saturday. The largest one, at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay, has 377 stalls.
During the pandemic, only flower stalls were allowed. This year, stalls selling festive decorations, souvenirs and other trinkets are back, along with those serving hot food.
