The Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD) announced that the Lunar New Year Fair will be open from February 11th to 17th. The fair will run for seven days at 14 locations, featuring approximately 1,500 stalls selling fresh products, dry goods, fast food, festive plants, flowers, and decorations, etc.
The Cheung Sha Wan Playground Lunar New Year Fair, Photo source: FB image
Each location will utilize technological measures to monitor the fair's situation and implement crowd control measures as needed. Crowd levels will be displayed on the FEHD website using red, yellow, and green lights to assist the public in being aware of the level of crowding. Green indicates fewer people; yellow indicates slightly crowded; and red indicates very crowded.
The department reminds the public that the sale or bringing of floating LED light-up balloons is prohibited at the fair. Moreover, the public should also maintain cleanliness and refrain from littering while enjoying the joyful atmosphere of the Chinese New Year.
The department also has the right to cease any illegal, national security-damaging, unethical activities, or those that violate the purpose of the Lunar New Year Fair. The Licensees of the stalls must comply with such instructions; otherwise, the department will terminate the relevant concession agreement and reclaim the stall.
The Victoria Park Lunar New Year Fair, Photo source: reference image
As for the flowers and potted plants that flower stall owners fail to sell but voluntarily donate, they will be collected by FEHD. A volunteer team composed of FEHD staff will donate the plantes to elderly homes, homes for the disabled, and public hospitals on the first day of the Chinese New Year (February 17th).
In celebration of the Year of the Horse, which symbolises strength, success, and positive momentum in traditional Chinese culture, Hong Kong is preparing to usher in the Chinese New Year with a spectacular event on the first evening of the year in Tsim Sha Tsui. This occasion will feature a vibrant parade adorned with horse-inspired floats, accompanied by exciting performances from local and international troupes, creating a dynamic start to the Year of the Horse. This dazzling and energetic traditional festival celebration will highlight Hong Kong’s rich multicultural appeal and extend heartfelt wishes to visitors from around the world.
The Chinese New Year Night Parade will kick off at 8 pm on February 17th, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
The dazzling and exciting float parade, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
The celebration kicks off with a variety of street performances starting at 6 pm, including lion dance, dragon dance, freestyle jump rope, street dance, magic, etc.
The upcoming performance, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
The upcoming performance, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
As for the float parade, it will start at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza in Tsim Sha Tsui, proceed along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road, and finish at the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel.
The photo-worthy floats, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
The photo-worthy floats, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
The photo-worthy floats, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
After the parade, some of the floats will be on display at the Kai Tak Sports Park from the second to the tenth day of the Chinese New Year.
The parade route, Photo source: FB of the Hong Kong Tourism Board
Dr. Peter Lam Kin-ngok, the Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, said that the Chinese New Year Night Parade has been held for 30 years, which has become a world-class event attracting many tourists every year, through the efforts of many parties. The Hong Kong Tourism Board will seize the peak period of the Chinese New Year, collaborating with industries to promote the glamour of Hong Kong and attract tourists from different regions to visit and experience the festive atmosphere.
