Families in Durham, County Durham, can attend a Lunar New Year celebration at the Oriental Museum on February 28, 2026, to mark the start of the Year of the Horse. This evening event will provide an affordable cultural outing for local residents during the final weekend of the school half-term holiday.
The festival, which runs from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, features dragon dancing, musical performances, and a retelling of the traditional Great Race story. Visitors can also take part in hands-on arts and crafts activities and enjoy festive snacks throughout the evening.
According to Eventbrite, tickets for the festival are priced at £3 for both adults and children. Children under the age of two are admitted for free, though organisers recommend booking in advance due to the popularity of the event.
Free parking for the celebration is available at the Durham University Elvet Hill carpark. Dedicated parking for disabled visitors has been arranged at the adjacent Teikyo University carpark.
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