Happy Chinese New Year to you! it's the year of the Rabbit, a lucky one and if it is your year, our guest Martine Niven from the UK Shaolin Centre in Southampton, says you should wear red and gold.
There are plenty of events happening in Southampton City Centre this year, and full details are below, but what does the Chinese New Year mean to the people from that country, and how do they celebrate?
We interviewed Martine as Southampton's UK Shaolin Centre are putting on the festivities with Southampton Council, and she explains not only what is going on, but how to say "Happy New Year" if your are from the north or south of China.
Interview by Xan Phillips
Chinese New Year Celebrations 2023
Date: Sat 21st January 2023
Locations: Guildhall Square & MAST Mayflower studios
Guildhall Square 12pm – 2pm
- Chinese Lion & Dragon dancing from 12:30pm
- Live Music
- Free children’s games
- Chinese Zodiac Display Boards
MAST Mayflower Studios
- Workshops of Chinese Arts & Crafts, Tai Chi, and Chinese Dance 10am – 3pm
- Chinese New Year 2023 Celebrations Live Show from 3pm
- Tickets for show and Workshop are available through MAST box office.
Image by hartono subagio from Pixabay
