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Lisbon's Spectacular Chinese New Year Celebration: A Free Festival of Culture and Tradition

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  • Lisbon celebrates the Chinese New Year with a focus on the Year of the Snake.

  • The festivities will occur at Alameda on February 1 and 2, featuring cultural activities and a fair.

  • Traditional parades, including the dragon dance, will be a highlight of the celebrations.

  • A special program at the Museum of Oriente will include workshops for children and discussions about happiness.

Experience the Vibrant Chinese New Year in Lisbon

This year, Lisbon is set to celebrate the Chinese New Year, honoring the Year of the Snake with a variety of cultural and gastronomic activities. The snake, a symbol of prosperity, good luck, and longevity, also represents wisdom, strategy, and intuition.

The celebrations will mark the 12th year of the Chinese community in Lisbon sharing this festive occasion. The Chinese New Year festivities, also known as the Spring Festival, will take place at Alameda on February 1 and 2, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Visitors can enjoy a traditional fair showcasing Chinese cuisine, handicrafts, and traditional objects. The Alameda has been beautifully decorated since January 29 in preparation for the celebrations.

The event will feature traditional parades, including the iconic dragon dance and various workshops. The grand cultural parade is scheduled for February 1, from 10 AM to 12:30 PM at Fonte Luminosa, followed by a spectacular show, as announced by the local authorities on social media.

Additionally, the Museum of Oriente will host a special program to commemorate the Year of the Snake, starting on January 31 at 6 PM and concluding on February 2. The program will include a visit and discussion about “The Seven Gods of Happiness” and a workshop for children aged 3 to 5 starting at 10:30 AM.

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