When is it?

Spring Festival celebrations

The New Year festival is known as Têt in Vietnam and Seollal in South Korea and is traditionally a time to be with family. In China, it is celebrated on the first day of the New Year (Chúyī) and the last day of the previous year (Chúxī). 2023 Celebrations on Campus, will take place on Tuesday 24 January.

What is it?

A festival showcasing tradition and culture in many South-Asian countries. The Lunar New Year is Spring Festival in China, celebrated on the last day of the previous year (Chu Xi) and the first day of the new year (Chu Yi). The Lunar New Year festival is known as Tet in Vietnam and Seollal in South Korea. It is traditionally a time during which families are expected to gather and celebrate.

How to get involved?

Our global societies host Lunar New Year festivities on campus throughout the day followed by a Chinese Evening Gala (hosted by the Chinese Society). Please message the Campus Events team (campusevents@hud.ac.uk) with your ideas and ways to get involved in one of the biggest events at the University. The celebration is open to anyone on campus to get involved.

University of Huddersfield Spring Festival