Russia’s Moscow kicked off 2026 with back-to-back third-year extravaganzas for the Chinese Spring Festival. New Year’s Eve set the tone at Manежnaya Square and beyond, where daily markets and performances kept the energy high throughout the celebrations.
The city amped up the vibe with a festive Metro train and red illuminations on major sites, painting a vivid picture of cross-cultural harmony.
In Caracas, Venezuela, the Chinese Embassy’s ‘Chinese New Year Greetings’ bash at the National Palace of Arts resonated deeply. Viewer Comenares affirmed, ‘Venezuela-China friendship stands firm. Best wishes for a prosperous New Year to the Chinese people.’
Germany’s Hamburg hosted a powerhouse show by Wuxi’s National Orchestra at Elbphilharmonie, where 2,000 locals swayed to Spring Festival folk rhythms.
Belgium’s Dinant bloomed with the ‘Chinese New Year Garden Fair,’ a joint effort by the Chinese Embassy and overseas Chinese alliances. Overflowing with attendees, the event featured Deputy PM Clarinwel’s words: ‘Our bilateral ties with China are deep and friendly. Wishing everyone a joyful New Year.’
North America’s Toronto CN Tower turned crimson on Day One, embracing the Year of the Horse in style.
Nepal’s Ralidepur Lantern Festival dazzled with lights, snapshots, and blended Chinese-Nepali acts. The minister beamed, ‘Let your futures glow like these lanterns. China’s vision promises a better tomorrow.’
These international spectacles not only spread cheer but also strengthened global ties through cultural diplomacy.