Chinese New Year | Visit nottinghamshire

If you’re looking to celebrate the Lunar New Year, we've rounded up all the best things to do and places to celebrate in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Come join us from the 29th of January to the 12th of February and celebrate in style

The Year of the Snake is almost here, and we can't wait to start celebrating. Nottingham is ready to welcome the Lunar New Year in style with a host of events and things to do in February. Keep on reading to discover our selection of things to do if you’re looking for a great start to the new year.

2025 is the year represented by the Snake – the 6th out of the 12-year cycle of animals that appear in the Chinese zodiac and calendar. The Snake is a symbol of change, rebirth and renewal. Chinese zodiac is widely spread across most parts of East Asian countries and has been a part of popular culture for centuries, appearing in films, animations, and books alike. 

People born in 1977, 2001, and 2013 are some of the dates which fall under this zodiac sign. Some famous names who share birthdays in the year of the Sanke include Taylor Swift, Bob Dylan, and Oprah Winfrey to name just a few.

Don't forget that while you’re out and about celebrating, you can share your adventures with us using #CNY25, #LoveNotts and #ChineseNewYear.


Get Creative 

Explore your creativity and take part in this incredible opportunity to learn the creative art of Chinese brush painting with the talented Feng-Ru Lee. 

Come on down to Lakeside Arts on either the 29th of January, the 5th of February or the 12th of February for a two-hour session of fun, creativity and art where you will create stunning images of traditional Chinese New Year iconography such as the beautiful peony flower and the goldfish.

At £8 a session, including materials, why not let your imagination run wild and get involved? If you are aged 16 or above, grab your friends or even come solo, you'll be sure to meet people along the way, have a laugh and embrace your inner Picasso. 

Chinese Arts and Crafts for Families

Need something that the whole family can get involved in and the kids will love, well look no further.  

Come on down to The Lakeside Arts performing studio on Sunday the 2nd of February and welcome the Year of the Snake with art that everyone can enjoy. It's a fabulous opportunity to try different Chinese crafts including paper cutting, Chinese knot making, calligraphy and so much more.

This event is free to attend and families are welcome to drop in at any time between 12 noon and 3 pm.

Shows

Join Lakeside Arts and welcome the Year of the Snake with a dazzling show that celebrates all things new year with their Nottingham Lunar New Year Gala. Weaving together a combination of the contemporary and the traditional the true spirit of renewal, wisdom and prosperity that the snake brings is a perfect way to kick off the year in style.

With performances including enchanting Chinese Guzheng and Pipa music, Kung Fu routines that will keep you on the edge- of- your- seat and a spectacular lion dance, this showcase is something you do not want to miss out on.

The show is suitable for all so check out one of the two showings on Sunday 2nd February 2025 at either 4 pm or 6 pm and immersive yourself in a world of culture. 

Tickets: £10 (£8 if purchases before 26 January)


This blog was written by Georgina Richardson for Visit Nottinghamshire.

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Nottingham Lunar New Year Gala
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Photo of two lions from a previous Lunar New Year celebration parade

Join Lakeside Arts to welcome the Year of the Snake!

Brush Painting with Feng-Ru Lee
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Photo of Feng-Ru Lee during a workshop. She is leaning over and assisting two women, who are holding paint brushes.

Learn the ancient art of Chinese brush painting. In these sessions, open to beginners and experienced hands alike, Feng-Ru Lee will focus on plum blossom, orchids, bamboo and chrysanthemums, which are all recurrent themes in Chinese brush painting.

Lakeside Arts
Arts Centre
Lakeside Arts

Nottingham Lakeside Arts is The University of Nottingham's unique public arts centre and museum presenting an eclectic programme of music, dance, theatre, visual art, special collections and family events all year round.

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    What a disappointment . I came with my 5 year old autistic child to see the lights on Sunday at Trent building at 6 pm and was told that there are no more spaces available until 8 pm. We had to leave as my autistic child can not wait 2 hours outside for the 8 pm show. I thought since the show was outside we shodnt have had a problem buying tickets and seeing the lights . Worst was trying to explain my child that we can't go in to see the lights after travelling from Bulwell on public transport. We were very disappointed about it.
  4. Arnie
    Where can I book in advance, the, " Calligraphy, Chinese Knot-Making and Chinese Lantern-Making." For the 12th of Feb. My nephews and I would really enjoy this cultural activity.
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    Dragon dance or lion dance is a very interesting and fun event, I can see the Lunar New Year in Nottingham extremely fun, hope I will have the opportunity to celebrate Tet here once.
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