Chinese Lunar New Year 2025 marks the beginning of the Year of the Snake, a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and transformation in Chinese culture. This year’s celebrations offer a wonderful opportunity to learn more about these traditions and come together as a community. We warmly invite everyone to take part in the festivities organised by the university and its collaborators, including the Confucius Institute.
Date: 31 January
Time: 13:00 – 14:00
Venue: Turner Sims Concert Hall
Join us for a performance by postgraduate students from the Music Department. The concert will feature an array of music celebrating the Spring Festival. For more information and to book your ticket, visit: UoS Music Presents | Spring Festival Concert – Turner Sims
Date: 1 February
Time: From 10:30
Venue: Guildhall Square
Witness the vibrant and traditional Dragon and Lion Dance performances that bring good fortune and prosperity.
Celebrative Activities and Workshops
Date: 1 February
Time: 12:00 – 16:00
Venue: West Quay
Engage in hands-on activities such as fan painting, paper cutting, clay sculpting, and lantern making. These workshops are a perfect way to immerse yourself in Chinese arts and crafts. All are welcome to join and enjoy these free activities.
University Students’ Celebration
Date: 29 January
Time: 17:30 – 20:00
Venue: Wessex Lane Halls of Residence Common Room
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with fellow students in a festive atmosphere. Activities include Yi Quin Lion Dancing, Chinese drumming, Guzheng music, a dance class, a Tai Chi class, and arts and crafts. Food will be available for purchase at £6.50.
SUSU Chinese New Year Festival
Date: 3 February
Time: 11:00 – 15:00
Venue: Building 42, Highfield Campus
Join the Chinese Students & Scholars Association to celebrate the Year of the Snake. Enjoy traditional Chinese games, crafts, music and foods. Plus, collect stamp cards from every game booth ffor a spot in a lucky draw!
All Events are Free and Open to Everyone
These celebrations are organised by various groups across the university, with contributions from the Confucius Institute and other collaborators. Together, we aim to promote cultural diversity and inclusivity through these events. For more information about the Confucius Institute and its activities, please visit their page: Confucius Institute.
We hope to see you at these celebrations as we welcome the Year of the Snake together!