Chinese New Year Celebrations, London

Leicester Square - Chinatown has been the bustling heart of London's Chinese community since the early 1950's. Watch and get involved in the Chinese New Year Celebrations each year during the month of February. Watch the traditional Dragon Dances and fireworks under a profusion of brightly coloured lanterns.

A great time to eat out in Chinatown, but book early to avoid dissapointment.

This year's Chinese New Year celebrations start on 7th February 2008. Visit Chinatown for some Chinese New Year food! Have a happy Chinese New Year.

2008's Chinese New Year animal is the rat.

Gung Hay Fat Choy! - Happy New Year!

Chinese 'celebrate' New Year with repayment of all debts, cleaning of houses, buying new`clothes and a new haicut!