Dragon Mart, the renowned global trading hub, is welcoming visitors to join in the Chinese New Year festivities from February 2nd to February 11th, as they celebrate the Year of the Dragon. The week-long celebration promises a rich tapestry of activities and traditional performances suitable for all ages.
Activities:
Dragon Head Lantern Making Workshop:
From February 2nd to February 11th, between 12 pm and 8 pm, Dragon Mart’s Main Hall will host an immersive dragon head lantern making workshop. This hands-on experience combines traditional craftsmanship with a modern touch, allowing participants to create their customized lanterns, embracing the spirit of the Lunar New Year.
Entertainment:
Big Dragon Dance:
On February 3rd, 6th, and 8th, from 3 pm to 7:15 pm, visitors can witness the awe-inspiring Big Dragon Dance. This symbolic performance, believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck, features skilled performers in vibrant traditional attire, accompanied by thunderous drums, giving life to a 42-meter-long mythical dragon with a two-meter-wide head.
Lion Dance:
The Lion Dance, an iconic tradition believed to bring good fortune and dispel evil, will take place on February 2nd, 5th, and 11th, from 3 pm to 7:15 pm. Accompanied by lively drum beats, two dancers manipulate the lion’s head and rear, symbolizing power, superiority, and wisdom.
Dragon Kung Fu Dance:
Skilled acrobats and trained Kung Fu professionals will perform the Dragon Kung Fu Dance on February 6th, 8th, and 9th, from 3 pm to 7:45 pm. This thrilling showcase of martial discipline and cultural heritage brings the dynamic and winding movements of a dragon to life, accompanied by traditional Chinese music.
Peking Opera Show:
Experience the enchanting Peking Opera Show on February 8th, 9th, and 10th, from 3 pm to 7:45 pm. This historic form of Chinese theatrical art combines acting, singing, and acrobatics, narrating tales of society, daily life, love, and history while immersing the audience in Chinese culture.
Umbrella Dance:
Enjoy the Umbrella Dance, a popular folk dance from the Han Dynasty, performed with silk umbrellas symbolizing honor and wealth. This heritage-rich performance will take place on February 2nd, 4th, and 5th, from 3 pm to 7:45 pm.