Organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the Chinese New Year Parade will be held in Tsim Sha Tsui on the evening of Chinese New Year's Day (February 17th). Seating is available at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Tickets are priced at HK$600, HK$550, and HK$450, respectively. Tickets will go on sale at the HKTB Kowloon Visitor Centre from February 7th.
The Chinese New Year Parade will be held in Tsim Sha Tsui on the evening of Chinese New Year's Day (February 17th). Photo source: the official website of HKTB
The "Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade" will officially begin at 8:00 pm on February 17th. The parade 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 entire procession will last approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The HKTB stated that each person is limited to buying 4 tickets per purchase. First-come, first-served. Children aged 3 to 11 and seniors aged 65 or above can enjoy a 50% discount. Holders of the discounted tickets must be Hong Kong residents and present valid identification documents for entry. Children under 3 years old do not occupy a seat and can enter for free.
Residents and tourists are welcomed to enjoy the fun of the Chinese New Year night parade. Photo source: the official website of HKTB
In addition to purchasing tickets for viewing, the HKTB stated that residents and tourists can also enjoy the parade for free at designated locations along the route, including Canton Road, Haiphong Road, and Nathan Road.
Although the Chinese New Year holiday has passed, the Hong Kong Science Museum is still full of festive joy. Recently, a netizen shared on their social platform that the exhibits at the museum's permanent exhibition, "Extinction · Resilience" had been decorated for the celebration of the Chinese New Year.
Photo source: FB image
The Exhibits have been Equipped with Festive Decorations
The arctic fox statue wears a vibrant red and white lion dance headdress, with a pair of knitted tangerines resting nearby. Another statue of a goat is also adorned with oranges, adding to the festive décor. Meanwhile, the lifelike animatronic Tyrannosaurus “Paul” playfully “holds” festive hanging charms and sways its body, bringing the scene to life and capturing everyone’s attention.
The arctic fox statue wears a vibrant red and white lion dance headdress. Photo source: FB image
The lifelike animatronic Tyrannosaurus “Paul” playfully “holds” festive hanging charms and sways its body. Photo source: FB image
The Exhibits have been Personally Decorated by the Staff
Such eye-catching decorations were thoughtfully installed by the staff of the Hong Kong Science Museum. The museum explained on social media that some of its exhibits would be adorned with Chinese New Year elements to create festive photo opportunities for visitors every year. The highlight exhibit, the lifelike animatronic Tyrannosaurus "Paul", has been "holding" festive hanging charms to extend New Year greetings to the public for consecutive years, which has become a Chinese New Year celebration tradition in the museum.
The eye-catching decorations were thoughtfully installed by the staff of the Hong Kong Science Museum. Photo source: FB image
Netizens Left Comments on Social Media and Praised the Museum's Creativity
Related photos and videos have gone viral online, with netizens leaving comments and praising the museum's creativity. Some said the strong festive atmosphere has turned the museum into a must-visit attraction in Hong Kong during the Chinese New Year. Some said "Paul" looked quite energetic and joyful with the decorations, while others even came up with some "inner monologues" for "Paul", such as "Rex: Wu~~~~Kung Hei Fat Choy!", "I wish you boundless energy!!!! Roar!!!!" The series of playful Chinese New Year decorations has not only added a festive touch to the exhibition, but also showcased the museum's people-friendly approach to blending education with entertainment.
