The approaching Lunar New Year on January 29 heralds the Year of the Snake, emblematic of wisdom, transformation, and resilience. Major celebrations are planned across London, featuring alternative festivities that avoid the West End crowds. Events include a vibrant festival at Greenwich Peninsula on February 1, honoring the snake with performances and workshops, and a celebration at the London Museum Docklands, spotlighting the history of Chinatown. Other events encompass Chinese astronomy insights at the Royal Observatory and diverse cultural experiences at Old Spitalfields Market, enhancing London's rich multicultural tapestry for the Spring Festival.
Greenwich Peninsula will be transformed into a festival of Lunar New Year activity on February 1, ushering in the year of the snake with a host of performances, workshops and tasty treats.
Celebrate in the location of London's OG Chinatown at this free festival organised by the London Museum Docklands, including Chinese folktales, handicrafts and the dragon dance.
From ancient astronomy to the modern-day, explore how Chinese astronomers have interpreted the sun, the moon, the stars and space exploration during this special show at Greenwich's Royal Observatory.
Old Spitalfields Market in Shoreditch is hosting two days of tea tasting, dumpling making workshops and traditional Asian performances.
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