Starting a week before Chinese New Year, visit the flower markets around town to pick up auspicious blooms and taste traditional treats. Explore popular spots like the one at Victoria Park and the beloved Prince Edward Flower Market, where stalls are filled with eye-catching decorations, local handicrafts, snacks and games to get visitors into the festive mood.

Join the spectators on both sides of Victoria Harbour on the second day of Chinese New Year to witness an astounding fireworks display as Hong Kong ushers in the Year of the Horse! Don’t miss the chance to kick-start the new year with this awe-inspiring spectacle.

On the third day of Chinese New Year, head to Sha Tin Racecourse to join this annual horse racing event, one of the year’s most significant. Alongside thrilling races, enjoy lion dance performances, an electrifying variety show and live music to celebrate an auspicious start to the new year.

The Chinese New Year Cup is a long‑standing football tradition in Hong Kong. This year, the Hong Kong, China Representative Team will face FC Seoul from Korea’s K League at the Hong Kong Stadium. A U10 Youth Exhibition Match will also be held on the same day, providing young players with a rare opportunity to play on a major stage and enhancing the match‑day experience for fans.

Experience the charm of Lam Tsuen, a quiet village that comes alive during Chinese New Year! Join the hundreds of visitors at the Wishing Trees, where you can write your blessings on joss paper and toss them into the trees. Legend says your wish will come true if it catches on the branches – the higher, the better!

Discover meaningful ways to celebrate Chinese New Year by visiting Wong Tai Sin Temple to light incense sticks for blessings and spinning the fortune pinwheel three times clockwise at Che Kung Temple for good luck. Embrace these traditions to enhance your festive experience in Hong Kong!