WELCOME THE YEAR OF THE GOAT

Lancaster Chinese New Year Festival 2027 brings Lancaster’s communities together through Chinese arts, cultural exchange and accessible participation. Organised by Popber, the festival includes two main public events.

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Cultural Variety Show

Sunday 24 January 2027 · Lancaster Grand Theatre

Doors 18:15 · Show 19:00 · Ticketed

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Enjoy Chinese dance, traditional instrumental music, Shaolin kung fu, Beijing opera and Sichuan opera face-changing. A special 2027 collaboration brings Beijing opera artist Weldon He together with Pagoda Arts’ Chinese Youth Orchestra for live traditional accompaniment.

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Outdoor Carnival

Sunday 31 January 2027 · 10:00–17:00

Market Square and Lancaster city centre · Free to attend

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​Celebrate with lion dance, a Hanfu parade, music, dance and community participation. Free cultural workshops will be part of the wider programme; details will be announced with the final schedule.