Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 in Chester and Liverpool Travel by Bus

Celebrate the Year of the Horse this February with vibrant Lunar New Year festivities in both Chester and Liverpool. With frequent, affordable bus services linking the two cities, it’s easy to enjoy two incredible celebrations in one unforgettable weekend.

Chester – Saturday 21 February

Chester city centre will come alive from 11am with traditional music, lion and dragon dancing, cultural characters, and colourful performances. Festivities begin on Eastgate Street, continuing to Chester Town Hall, where visitors can enjoy indoor performances, calligraphy sessions, interactive activities and special guest Tai Chi Panda.

Liverpool – Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 February 

Liverpool will host two days of celebrations, centred around Chinatown and the city centre. Events run from 11am–5pm, featuring family workshops, Tai Chi demonstrations, live music, street theatre, food and craft stalls. The main celebration on Sunday includes spectacular dragon, lion and unicorn parades, firecracker displays and fairground rides. Thousands of red lanterns and illuminated landmarks will add to the atmosphere, alongside stunning lantern sculptures of a horse and dragons.

Travel by Bus

Leave the car at home and travel by bus to enjoy both celebrations with ease. Regular services to Chester and Liverpool offer a convenient, great-value way to explore, relax and make the most of your Lunar New Year weekend.

Hop on board and celebrate the Year of the Horse across two amazing cities.

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