Mark Your Calendar: Chinese New Year in London & Liverpool

Ring in the Year of the Dragon with The Resident

This February, brighten up your winter blues and experience the spirit of Chinese New Year in London and Liverpool, legendary for their authentic festivities and enchanting parade. Embrace the year of the dragon, beginning on the 10th of February 2024, the occasion marked with a series of exhibitions, parades and gatherings across our cities.

Explore Liverpool’s vibrant Chinatown district, home to one of Europe’s most ancient Chinese communities, and witness our neighbourhood breathtakingly decorated with thousands of red lanterns for the Year of the Dragon. Or escape to London’s legendary Chinatown, and experience the capital’s world-famous Lunar New Year Parade, moments away from our doorstep at The Resident Soho. With all of this and more just moments from our door, there has been no better time to visit The Resident.

Looking to make the most of your time in the city? Why not register as a Resident member and unlock a discount of up to 15% off your stay, as well as an assortment of exclusive benefits to enhance your stay.

A NEW LUNAR YEAR

The Year of the Dragon

Symbolising power, honour and good fortune, the dragon is considered by many to be the most majestic lunar zodiac sign, representing an exciting start to the year ahead. Tributes are set to include jaw-dropping puppetry, iconic local landmarks being lit in red for the occasion, as well as our cities’ legendary parade through Chinatown and beyond.

Chinese Lunar New Year Liverpool, year of the dragon

Liverpool's Thriving District

Explore Liverpool's Authentic Chinatown

Praised as one of the most significant and ancient Chinese civilisations in Europe, explore Liverpool’s picturesque Chinatown, featuring a grand Chinese arch, representing the union between the twin cities Shanghai and Liverpool.

Liverpool Chinatown on Nelson Street, Twin City Shanghai Chinese Arch

London Chinese New Year

EXPLORE LONDON'S LEGENDARY CHINATOWN

This Chinese New Year explore London’s legendary Chinatown district, located moments from our doors at The Resident Soho. With a wealth of delicious restaurants, boutiques and shops to be discovered, experience the authentic taste of China in the heart of London.

Stone lions as London Soho, Chinese new year

Eat and Drink

Discover Authentic Local Dining

Home to a variety of cultures and cuisines from across the world, discover London and Liverpool’s unique culinary palate, with a selection of delicious restaurants, cafes and bars to be discovered on our doorstep.

Looking to discover a new hidden gem, our expert Resident Insiders would be delighted to offer a wealth of local suggestions.

Embrace the Festivities: Chinese New Year Activities

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in style and immerse yourself in a wealth of activities across our cities. With attractions and classes ranging from breathtaking displays, educational exhibitions where you may learn how to say ‘Happy New Year’ in Chinese, and Chinese New Year crafts workshops, find your perfect way to indulge and commemorate the revelry.

Feel at Home In the Heart of The Action

Join the festivities from the comfort of your home away from home, The Resident. Ideally located just moments from the city’s celebrations, The Resident offers a range of comfortable rooms varying from cosy Single and Small Double rooms to expansive suites, each fitted with a sleek mini-kitchen and Nespresso machine.

Whether you are hoping to take in the excitement of the parade, get creative at one of the many workshops across the city or simply embrace the joy of the celebrations, relax under the thoughtful care of our kind team.

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