Hong Kong will kick off the Year of the Horse on Tuesday with its annual night parade, featuring floats and performers from more than 60 countries and regions.
The Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade will feature a street party at 6pm before the procession begins at 8pm in Tsim Sha Tsui.
The South China Morning Post offers tips on how to make the most of the event.
1. What are the highlights?
With Cathay Pacific Airways as title sponsor, the parade will showcase 12 floats departing from the Hong Kong Cultural Centre piazza at 8pm on Tuesday, passing along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road before ending at the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel and Towers.
Highlights include floats depicting classic Cathay aircraft, Hong Kong Jockey Club horses, Ocean Park’s pandas, a McDonald’s classic train, Labubu and Molly characters by the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association, and a glowing wishing tree by Lam Tsuen Wishing Square.
Before the parade, a street party at 6pm will bring together 15 local performing groups. They will stage lion and dragon dances, rope-skipping performances, street dances and magic shows, among other entertainment.
2. How can you catch the spectacle?
Tickets for the seated spectator stands have sold out. But revellers can watch the parade along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road for free.
