Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is a globally celebrated occasion that transcends cultural boundaries. It is a vibrant and festive celebration that marks the beginning of the traditional Chinese calendar. Families…

Celebrate the magic of Chinese New Year in Edinburgh with Hainan Airlines’ extended flights to Beijing! Embrace the Year of the Snake as Edinburgh Airport becomes your gateway to a seamless journey to China. 📅…

At Camera Obscura, we are lighting up our building red and decorating some of our exhibits to join in the celebrations. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for some fun Snake-related posts.

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2025 with an enchanting play based on the amazing true story of Princess Der Ling. Raised in France to be every bit the Victorian Lady, she is suddenly thrust into the…

The perfect journey through the world of Scotch whisky, you’ll be guided by experts passionate about sharing their love of Scotch whisky and Scotland. Visit to widen your knowledge, explore flavours and create whisky tasting…

Join  us for a vibrant celebration of culture, art, and tradition on 1st February 2025 at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh. Explore unique artwork stalls, interactive workshops. and delicious pre-made traditional Chinese…

Join us this Lunar New Year for a free, fun Lunar New Year-themed family trail! Following the usual route around the museum, see if you can spot Cecilia the snake’s 8 eggs hidden throughout the…

Celebrate the joy of Chinese New Year with a fun and engaging Dumpling Making Workshop! Learn how to create your own dumplings from scratch in a lively, festive atmosphere. This hands-on activity is perfect for…

Celebrate the spirit of the Spring Festival, the most cherished traditional holiday in China, with our Couplets and “Fu” Character Calligraphy Workshop! During the workshop, you’ll create your own “Fu” character and Spring Festival couplets…

An online introduction to Chinese language and New Year greetings in Chinese.

Join us this Lunar New Year for two free craft afternoons. Design a paper chain snake and make your own Angpow Fishes! Sessions run for one hour each, three times per day. All materials provided!…

A deeper dive into the customs and significance of Chinese NewYear celebrations.