:thumbsup: Usher in the Year of the Dragon in Chinatown:
There are Chinatowns all over the world but none is like Singapore's when it comes to celebrating Chinese New Year. To usher in the year of the dragon, Chinatown will be decked with bright auspicious decorations, and there will be an array of exciting performances and activities to look forward to.
One of the highlights to look out for is the international lion dance competition. You may have seen a lion dance performance on television, but how about watching it live and up-close? Well, heres your chance to watch fiery-spirited professionals performing this traditional Chinese dance, right in the heart of Chinatown.
As you explore Chinatown, check out the dragon-themed decorations that have been put up. If youd like to view Chinatown in its full dazzle, its best to head down in the evenings when the decorations are lighted up.
If there's one event not to be missed, it's the firing of firecrackers at the official light-up and opening ceremony of Singapores Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations. Expect a loud and thrilling experience as firecrackers have traditionally been set off to mark the start of Chinese New Year. Whats more, this is the only time of the year when you can see firecrackers being set off.
To add to the festivities, there will also be other notable fringe events happening during the entire 2012 Chinese New Year celebration. Some of these events which you wouldnt want to miss are the Countdown Party, Yuan Xiao Jie Celebrations, Festive Street Bazaar and Nightly Stage Shows.
DATE & TIME
From 31 Dec 2011, Sat To 21 Feb 2012, Tue
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
31 Dec 2011 (commencement of street stalls)
1 Jan 2012 (official opening ceremony)
VENUE
Chinatown
CONTACT PERSON / EVENT ORGANIZER
Irene Tan, Deputy Constituency Director Kreta Ayer-Kim Seng Citzens
Consultative Committee
28A Kreta Ayer Road Singapore 088995
6222 3597 (O), 6222 3762 (F)
Irene_A_L_Tan@pa.gov.sg
EVENT WEBSITE
www.chinatownfestivals.sg
:cheers:
Official Website:
YourSingapore.com - Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations 2012
Videos:
SUTD students design CNY 2012 Chinatown street light-up on MSN Video
SUTD students design CNY 2012 Chinatown street light-up on MSN Video
More Info:
YourSingapore.com - Chinese New Year Singapore 2012
SUTD students design Chinatown CNY light-up:
SUTD students design Chinatown CNY light-up - Channel NewsAsia
SUTD students design CNY 2012 Chinatown street light-up - SgLinks.com
Chinese New Year 2012 | Singapore Chinese New Year 2012/2013
SgWutan.com View topic:
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There are Chinatowns all over the world but none is like Singapore's when it comes to celebrating Chinese New Year. To usher in the year of the dragon, Chinatown will be decked with bright auspicious decorations, and there will be an array of exciting performances and activities to look forward to.
One of the highlights to look out for is the international lion dance competition. You may have seen a lion dance performance on television, but how about watching it live and up-close? Well, heres your chance to watch fiery-spirited professionals performing this traditional Chinese dance, right in the heart of Chinatown.
As you explore Chinatown, check out the dragon-themed decorations that have been put up. If youd like to view Chinatown in its full dazzle, its best to head down in the evenings when the decorations are lighted up.
If there's one event not to be missed, it's the firing of firecrackers at the official light-up and opening ceremony of Singapores Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations. Expect a loud and thrilling experience as firecrackers have traditionally been set off to mark the start of Chinese New Year. Whats more, this is the only time of the year when you can see firecrackers being set off.
To add to the festivities, there will also be other notable fringe events happening during the entire 2012 Chinese New Year celebration. Some of these events which you wouldnt want to miss are the Countdown Party, Yuan Xiao Jie Celebrations, Festive Street Bazaar and Nightly Stage Shows.
DATE & TIME
From 31 Dec 2011, Sat To 21 Feb 2012, Tue
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
31 Dec 2011 (commencement of street stalls)
1 Jan 2012 (official opening ceremony)
VENUE
Chinatown
CONTACT PERSON / EVENT ORGANIZER
Irene Tan, Deputy Constituency Director Kreta Ayer-Kim Seng Citzens
Consultative Committee
28A Kreta Ayer Road Singapore 088995
6222 3597 (O), 6222 3762 (F)
Irene_A_L_Tan@pa.gov.sg
EVENT WEBSITE
www.chinatownfestivals.sg
:cheers:
Official Website:
YourSingapore.com - Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations 2012
Videos:
SUTD students design CNY 2012 Chinatown street light-up on MSN Video
SUTD students design CNY 2012 Chinatown street light-up on MSN Video
More Info:
YourSingapore.com - Chinese New Year Singapore 2012
SUTD students design Chinatown CNY light-up:
SUTD students design Chinatown CNY light-up - Channel NewsAsia
SUTD students design CNY 2012 Chinatown street light-up - SgLinks.com
Chinese New Year 2012 | Singapore Chinese New Year 2012/2013
SgWutan.com View topic:
SgWutan.com • View topic - 2012 CNY Chinatown Lighting Up Ceremony and Events.
