Lantern Festival Marks the Grand Finale of QUB’s Chinese New Year Celebrations
As the Lantern Festival arrives (Tuesday 3 March), we bring this year’s Chinese New Year celebrations at Queen’s to a joyful close.
Over the past weeks, colleagues, students, and community members have come together to celebrate the Year of the Horse through a vibrant programme of events.
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Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Photographer – Tianpeng Yao 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye. 
Press Eye – Belfast – Northern Ireland – 17th February 2026 – Photo by Kelvin Boyes / Press Eye.
From cultural talks and creative workshops to online exhibitions, the programme has highlighted the richness of Chinese heritage while fostering intercultural dialogue and shared learning. Our Culture Talks series sparked thoughtful conversations, while hands-on activities created space for connection, creativity, and community spirit.
The Lantern Festival, traditionally symbolising reunion, light, and new beginnings, offers a fitting conclusion to this journey. As we gather for our closing event, we celebrate not only the end of the festive season, but also the partnerships, friendships, and cultural understanding strengthened along the way.
Thank you to all our facilitators, volunteers, participants, and supporters who made this year’s celebrations such a success. We look forward to welcoming you again next year.
While the Chinese Culture Programme will continue to deliver culture talks, workshops, and other related events throughout the year, we are sincerely grateful for your willingness to contribute to and participate in our activities. Your support and engagement are what make the programme meaningful and impactful.
We would greatly value your feedback. If you have any suggestions, proposals, or reflections, please take a few minutes to complete the form below and let us know your thoughts on this year’s programme, as well as any ideas you may have for future activities. Your input will help us continue to grow and improve.