New Zealand, Australia and Chile have rolled out a variety of vibrant activities to celebrate the Spring Festival, drawing enthusiastic participation from local communities.
On Sunday, the sixth day of the Year of the Horse, a joyful Spring Festival celebration took place at Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney, Australia, with visitors watching performances and exploring traditional Chinese folk customs, including playing pitch-pot and making traditional Chinese lacquer fans.
"It's an amazing experience. (I wish) all the people that we love to also be happy, healthy and prosperous for the year ahead," said one attendee.
From Friday to Saturday, a "2026 Spring Festival Carnival" was held at Victoria Square in Christchurch, New Zealand, attracting many local residents who savored festive performances, Chinese cuisine, and the holiday atmosphere.
"It's great. We love it," said a Christchurch resident.
On Saturday evening, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra teamed up with several artists from China to present a concert that blended Chinese and Western musical elements, offering local audiences a cultural celebration of the Chinese New Year.
In Santiago, Chile, a Spring Festival celebration event was held to welcome the Year of the Horse. Artists from both China and Chile took turns performing on stage, delivering a series of performances. The event also featured booths offering handicrafts and Chinese calligraphy, with local residents lining up to take part in the hands-on cultural experiences.
Themed activities held across world to celebrate Chinese New Year
