{"id":5129,"date":"2025-12-04T21:23:52","date_gmt":"2025-12-04T21:23:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southamptonchinese.org.uk\/homewp\/?page_id=5129"},"modified":"2026-03-23T13:30:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-23T13:30:07","slug":"english","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.southamptonchinese.org.uk\/homewp\/arts\/cny2026\/english\/","title":{"rendered":"Southampton Chinese New Year 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
\ud83d\udce2 Event Update: Southampton Chinese New Year Celebration 2026<\/h5>\n
Due to the forecast of rain on Sunday 15 February, the outdoor performance at Guildhall Square (10:30am\u201311:30am) will no longer take place as scheduled.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
The morning celebration has been moved indoors to Westquay, with a revised performance time of 11:15am\u201311:45am.<\/strong><\/h5>\n
Please note that the afternoon programme at Westquay (12:00pm\u20134:00pm) will go ahead as planned and remains unchanged.<\/h5>\n
We look forward to welcoming you inside Westquay for an exciting showcase of Dragon Dance, Lion Dance, martial arts, music and dance performances as we celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse together.<\/h5>\n
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you there!<\/h5>\n
Chinese Association of Southampton<\/h5>\n

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[Other celebrations \u5176\u4ed6\u6176\u795d]<\/a> [Chinese Version \u4e2d\u6587\u7248<\/a>]<\/span><\/h3>\n

[Lantern Festival \u5143\u5bb5\u7bc0<\/a>]<\/span><\/h3>\n

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Organized by the Chinese Association of Southampton
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Co-organized by the UK Teochew Culture and Commerce Association &
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Chinese New Year Celebration “Auspicious Horse Welcomes the Spring”<\/h5>\n
Large Scale Chinese New Year Celebration in Southern England<\/h5>\n
In the Year of the Fire Horse<\/h5>\n

15 February 2026<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Southampton Guildhall Square and Westquay Shopping Centre!<\/h5>\n

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Sponsorship & Participation Opportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n

We welcome businesses interested in sponsoring this event, as well as friends eager to join our organizing, parade, or volunteer teams. For details, please contact the Chinese Association of Southampton at cny@southamptonchinese.org.uk<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Since 2000, the Chinese Association of Southampton has organized large-scale Chinese New Year celebrations. This event has become a highly anticipated feature on the official calendar of the Southampton City Council<\/p>\n

Each year on the day of the celebration, Southampton hosts dragon and lion dances, accompanied by an array of spectacular Chinese cultural performances, bringing a festive New Year atmosphere. The Mayor and distinguished guests attend, attracting thousands of residents and visitors from southern England and beyond. Attendees enjoy the lion and dragon dances, various indoor and outdoor performances, and interactive programs, experiencing the unique charm of the Chinese New Year up close.<\/p>\n

Additionally, major UK media outlets such as the BBC, ITV, and Daily Echo, along with Chinese-language media like European Times and Chinese Headlines, actively report on this New Year celebration, highlighting the many exciting performances. With high-profile official support and extensive media coverage, this event serves as a premier platform for promoting Chinese culture, carrying significant cultural influence.<\/p>\n

During this Spring Festival, the Chinese Association of Southampton, along with Chinese and Asian cultural groups from across the UK, will present a vibrant artistic feast, promising a spectacular showcase for all to enjoy!<\/p>\n

Chinese New Year Performance Recruitment<\/h3>\n

The Chinese Association of Southampton warmly invites artists, UK Chinese community organizations, performing arts groups, students and Chinese businesses to participate and contribute outstanding performances! If you have remarkable talent and aspire to shine on a grand stage in southern England for Chinese New Year, we offer you the perfect platform!<\/p>\n