The Exhibits in the Hong Kong Science Museum Celebrate the Chinese New Year by being Equipped with Festive Decorations

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.

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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.

The Chinese New Year Cup is a long‑standing football tradition in Hong Kong. This year, the Hong Kong, China Representative Team faced FC Seoul from Korea’s K League at the Hong Kong Stadium.

In regulation time, the Hong Kong, China Representative Team drew 1-1 with FC Seoul from Korea’s K League, but won 6-5 on penalties. The match attracted more than 14,000 spectators.

The Hong Kong, China Representative Team won in the Chinese New Year Cup 2026. Photo source: FB@The Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited

Some fans said that the Hong Kong team's victory during the Chinese New Year was a good omen. They praised the team's excellent performance, the warm weather, and the electric competition atmosphere, noting that the fans on the site were more enthusiastic than expected.

The Hong Kong, China Representative Team won in the Chinese New Year Cup 2026. Photo source: FB@The Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited

Some fans came to watch the game together with their families. A child on the site said that the Hong Kong team's defense was quite strong and the win was beyond expectations. He felt excited and described the atmosphere as incredibly lively, bustling with crowds and rounds of cheers.

The Hong Kong, China Representative Team won in the Chinese New Year Cup 2026. Photo source: FB@The Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited

Some fans said that all the players gave their all and turned the competition into a spectacular one. They hoped that more matches attended by the Hong Kong team could be held in the future, to enhance the fans' sense of belonging and attract more spectators.