- There will be road closures in Liverpool on Thursday 7 – Sunday 10 February. All road closures and timings can be found below.
- Sunday (10 February) will see the usual traditional celebrations take place, which last year attracted around 25,000 people.
- Chinese New Year takes place across China Town. The main event locations are Great George Street, Nelson Street, Seel Street and Bold Street.
We expect there will be lots of questions that you may have about the Chinese New Year event. If you can’t find what you are looking for, please contact us here.
When do the Chinese New Year Celebrations take place?
The Chinese New Year celebrations take place from 8 – 10 February 2019 across China Town. All event details are available at www.cultureliverpool.co.uk/cny
Is it FREE to attend Chinese New Year?
Absolutely, the Chinese New Year celebrations are FREE for all.
Are there any age restrictions to attending this event?
No, all ages are welcome to attend.
Why is it happening and who is it for?
This is an annual event that celebrates Chinese New Year. The event is open to everyone to enjoy and is especially popular with families.
What time does the event start?
The Chinese New Year Lumiere projections and pyrotechnic show will run from 7pm – 8pm on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th February.
On Sunday 10th February, entertainment will begin at 11.30am and projections with pyrotechnic finale will run from 6pm – 7pm.
Should I use public transport to get to the Chinese New Year events?
Yes please! We strongly recommend that you use public transport to get to and from Chinese New Year. For more information check out our Travel page where we have some helpful tips on how you can arrive feeling refreshed and ready to enjoy our event.
Can you bring your own food or drink to the event?
Yes absolutely. Although please be aware that alcohol is not allowed and strictly prohibited.
Is there anywhere to buy food and drink during the event?
As well as traditional Chinese stalls, there will be a variety of food and drink concessions throughout the event site offering a selection of tasty treats – so there will be plenty of opportunity for you to buy refreshments throughout the day.
Following the event there are an abundance of bars and restaurants in the area – a little something to satisfy every palate. For more information on what’s what in Liverpool check out visitliverpool.com.
Is there anything to do before and after the event?
Liverpool has lots to offer, so if you wish to continue the fun beyond the Chinese New Year event we suggest exploring the many attractions, bars, restaurants and shopping outlets on offer. For the latest news on what’s on in Liverpool visit theguideliverpool.com or visitliverpool.com.
Will there be any road closures in Liverpool on the weekend?
7.30pm to 8.30pm – Thursday 7th February 2019
Closure of Great George Street from Duke Street to Upper Parliament Street in order to allow for a test/rehearsal of the projection show.
6.45pm until 8.00pm – Friday 8th February and Saturday 9th February 2019
Great George Street from Duke Street to Upper Parliament Street
Upper Duke Street from Rodney Street (west bound only)
6.00am until 10.00pm on Sunday 10th February 2019
Gt. George Street (from its junction with St James Street to its junction with Duke Street), Duke Street (from its junction with Gt. George Street to its junction with Berry Street), Upper Duke Street (from its junction with Berry Street to its junction with Rodney Street), Berry Street (from its junction with Leece Street/Renshaw Street to its junction with Duke Street), Nelson Street (from its junction with Gt. George Street to its junction with Upper Pitt Street), Grenville Street South (from its junction with Bailey Street to its junction with Cornwallis Street), Sankey Street (entire length), Griffiths Street (entire length), Seel Street (from its junction with Colquitt Street to its junction with Berry Street), Back Berry Street (entire length), Knight Street (from its junction with Berry Street to its junction with Rodney Street), Roscoe Street (from its junction with Leece Street to its junction with Upper Duke Street), Bold Place (entire length), Roscoe Lane (entire length), Back Knight Street (entire length), Cookson Street (entire length), Pitt Street (entire length), Upper Pitt Street (from its junction with Nelson Street to its junction with Hardy Street), York Street (entire length), Raffles Street (entire length), Bold Street (from its junction with Berry Street to its junction with Newington/ Renshaw St/Leece. Access to business/residents will be allowed up to 2pm).
Please note that Great George Street will remain closed until 10.00pm on this day but it is anticipated that all other roads will reopen earlier than this time.
Hanover Street
Due to the closure of Berry Street access to businesses on Hanover Street will be severely restricted from Seel Street. It is recommended that any deliveries etc. are made before 10.00am on the day.
Great George Street closure requires a bus and traffic diversion for the duration of the event
Alternative Route will be via: – either Leece Street, Hardman Street, Myrtle Street, Catherine Street, Upper Parliament Street; or Upper Parliament Street, Grove Street, Oxford Street, Mount Pleasant, Rodney Street or Clarence Street to follow other locally signed diversion routes.
All closures will be signed and staffed. They will remain in force for the duration stipulated in the Special Event Temporary Traffic Regulation Order or such lesser time as indicated by the completion of the event.
