Happy Laba Festival (腊八节 Làbā jié) – Have you had Laba congee yet?
The Laba Festival (腊八节 Làbā jié), a traditional Chinese festival on the 8th day of the 12th month (called 腊月 là yuè) in the lunar calendar, is often seen as the signal of the arrival of the Chinese New Year (aka. Spring Festival 春节 Chūn jié in China).
On the day, in many places across China, mainly the north, northwest and southeast, people cook and eat Laba congee (腊八粥 làbā zhōu), typically made of rice, mixed beans, various nuts and dried fruits, etc., all of which are believed to be good for health. Having Laba congee can keep one feel warm and spirited in the cold and wet weather.
With the Laba Festival arriving today on 18th January this year, one can be certain that the Chinese New Year – Year of the Dragon (龙年 Lóngnián) starting from 10th February, is just around the corner.
Call for CNY participation
While we are busy preparing for the CNY2024 Programme, we would like to invite you to join us in a few activities that can bring the celebrative elements together. The following calls for participation are totally voluntary and you are welcome to attend one or all, as long as you feel like relevant and meaningful.
Drawing the Dragon Competition
“龙年涂龙”比赛
This event is for all those who currently reside in Belfast and NI.
Chinese Artefacts Collection|
龙年春节中国工艺品展征集
This event is for QUB students and staff members who have a collection of Chinese artefacts at hand.
Volunteering for CNY Events
春节活动志愿者招募
This event is for staff and students at Queen’s to volunteer at our series of events such as the CNY Gala, CNY Interactive Fair, Culture Workshops, etc.
CNY and I at QUB
我在女王过春节
This activity is for those graduates and staff members who have left QUB and current students and staff members.
We would like to thank you for your support and look forward to welcoming you to join our celebrations that are to come soon. Stay tuned!