Manchester Chinese New Year 2023 - parades, events and everything else you need to know
Manchester's Chinatown will come alive this weekend as the city begins to celebrate Chinese New Year. The colourful celebration marks the beginning on the new year on the traditional lunar calendar.
Read more: Chinese New Year Dragon Parade to return to Manchester for 2023: Route, road closures and all city centre events There will be performances from the illuminated 'Night Dragon' in Chinatown at 5pm and 6pm on Sunday 22 January, and at 6pm on Sunday 29 January. Different types of lanterns exist for many occasions, and each type has a unique meaning. In China, red represents wealth, fame, and prosperity, which is why festivals, weddings, and other celebrations often have a lot of red decorations and outfits. Most Chinese lanterns are red, and lanterns of this colour symbolize a prosperous business and a thriving life.
Starting on Thursday, January 19, the popular Drink N Draw will return for a Chinese New Year edition hosted by Pete Obsolete in partnership with Overdrawn, and will invite guests to sip and stroke with Chinese-inspired materials and techniques. On Friday, January 20, the warehouse will host a traditional Lion Dance to celebrate Year of the Rabbit, which is free of charge for visitors to enjoy, and will run from 7.30-8pm.
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