Welcome the Year of the Horse in one of the world’s most exciting cities! London’s Chinese New Year celebrations are the largest outside Asia, bursting with vibrant parades, cultural performances, family-friendly festivals, and of course, incredible food. Staying at STG Hotel Oxford Street places you right in the heart of the action, with many events just a short walk or Tube ride away.
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Where to Celebrate & Festivals?
Chinese New Year Parade & Trafalgar Square Celebrations
London’s main Lunar New Year event features parade floats, lion and dragon dances, and free performances in Trafalgar Square, plus festivities across Chinatown and the West End.
Date: 22nd February 2026
Location: Chinatown, Trafalgar Square & West End, Central London
Price: Free (food, drinks, and some activities extra)
Website: Chinatown London
Lunar New Year Family Festival – London Museum Docklands
A free, family-friendly festival with dragon dances, folktale storytelling, craft workshops, and community performances. Dates for 2026 are not yet confirmed, but historically it runs on the first weekend of February.
Date: 21st–22nd February 2026
Location: London Museum Docklands, West India Quay, E14
Price: Free entry (advance booking recommended)
Website: London Museum Docklands
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Lunar New Year Celebrations – National Maritime Museum, Greenwich
Royal Museums Greenwich hosts a full day of activities, including lantern-making, hongbao crafts, mahjong, lion dance costumes, and family-friendly talks at the National Maritime Museum.
Date: 21st February 2026
Location: National Maritime Museum, Romney Road, Greenwich, SE10 9NF
Price: Free
Website: Royal Museums Greenwich
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What to Eat During Lunar New Year?
Lunar New Year is not just about celebrations—it’s also about feasting on dishes that symbolize luck, wealth, and family togetherness. Here are some of London’s top spots to enjoy festive flavours:
Bun House Chinatown
A cult bao destination in Chinatown, famous for their Lucky Yu ube custard bun, exclusive for Chinese New Year. The fish-shaped bun symbolizes abundance.
Location: 26–27 Lisle Street, WC2H 7BA
Price: Around £3.80
Website: Bun House Chinatown
Real Beijing Food House
Two dining experiences in one:
Ground Floor: Bright, family-style sharing with a Northern Chinese menu
Upstairs: Dramatic hotpot with mirrors, red wallpaper, and mini steam tornadoes
Location: 46 Gerrard Street, W1D 5QH
Price: Starters £10; Hotpot £33–45 pp
Website: Real Beijing
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Duck & Waffle London
Celebrating Chinese New Year with a special festive menu (16–20 February) featuring small plates, mains like duck confit pancakes and sea bass, plant-based options, and sweet endings like duck egg custard tart and rice pudding.
Location: 110 Bishopsgate, EC2N 4AY
Price: Around £55 per person
Website: Duck & Waffle London
BAO King’s Cross
Inspired by Asian cafes, BAO offers bao buns, rice bowls, tea snacks, bubble tea, and coffee. Host parties or enjoy room service with a mini-bar and TV screens.
Location: Unit 2, 4 Pancras Square, N1C 4AG
Price: £20 – £30 per person
Website: BAO King’s Cross
Stay in the Heart of the Festivities
STG Hotel Oxford Street puts you just minutes from Chinatown, the West End, and London’s biggest Lunar New Year celebrations. Enjoy comfort, convenience, and culture all in one place, making your Lunar New Year experience seamless and memorable.
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