Chinese New Year Extravaganza at The Plaza Stockport

Demi Sheridan, Editorial Assistant

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Chinese New Year Extravaganza

9 February 2025
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09 Feb 2025
2:30 pm
09 Feb 2025
7:00 pm

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The Plaza Stockport will be hosting the spectacular Chinese New Year Extravaganza. After 5 years, Jinlong Culture & Performing Arts have returned to Manchester to welcome the Year of the Snake.

This year, the new line-up is not one to miss. Featuring the classic 18-meter illuminated dragon, blessing the stage for the 2025 Lunar New Year.

The show will also be featuring the popular act of cheerful lions and playful pandas, along with Britain’s best Kung Fu display. There is also more never before seen acts that promise to amaze.

A family-friendly show at The Stockport Plaza will be a great way to round off the Year of the Snake celebrations in Manchester.

Check here for tickets and more information.

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