The Chinese New Year celebrations in Birmingham brought colour and energy to the city on 22 February 2026, with lion and dragon dances, live performances and family activities filling the streets.
Crowds gathered around Birmingham Hippodrome and Southside to welcome the Year of the Horse in a vibrant show of culture and community spirit.
Take a look at your footage and photos to relive some of the standout moments:

1. Birmingham's Chinese New Year 2026
Explore Birmingham’s colourful 2026 Chinese New Year celebrations with lion dances, live performances and family fun. | Jack Rogers

2. Birmingham's Chinese New Year 2026
Explore Birmingham’s colourful 2026 Chinese New Year celebrations with lion dances, live performances and family fun. | Jack Rogers

3. Birmingham's Chinese New Year 2026
Explore Birmingham’s colourful 2026 Chinese New Year celebrations with lion dances, live performances and family fun. | Jack Rogers

4. Birmingham's Chinese New Year 2026
Explore Birmingham’s colourful 2026 Chinese New Year celebrations with lion dances, live performances and family fun. | Jack Rogers
