THE dramatic Lion Dance is set to impress the crowds in a new location in the city centre this year. 

Hundreds of people usually gather outside the Guildhall every year to watch an eye-catching Lion Dance to celebrate the start of the Chinese New Year. 

However, this year it is set to take place in a new location after Worcestershire Chinese Association teamed up with The Museum of Royal Worcester and The Royal Porcelain Works to bring in the year of the Rabbit in style.

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The courtyard outside GoodRoots café will be alive with the Lion Dance and Pom Pom the Giant Panda, as well as music and a martial arts demonstration in Henry Sandon Hall.

When will Chinese New Year Celebrations take place in Worcester? 

Celebrations are set to take place between 10am to 3pm on Sunday, January 29 at the Museum of Royal Worcester. 

The museum is offering free entry for its visitors for the day. 

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Museum of Royal Worcester: activities taking place throughout the day

Engage with China, an educational charity building China literacy in UK schools, is also an event partner bringing alive Chinese culture through a traditional Chinese tea ceremony demonstration and Chinese calligraphy.

There will be lots of Chinese arts and crafts. 

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And the museum’s paint-your-own-pottery studio will also be open for adults and children to paint Year of the Rabbit ceramic shapes for a small cost.

Chinese New Year: the year of the rabbit

People across the world celebrate Chinese New Year as it marks the start of Spring and the first day of the year in Chinese culture. 

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The traditional agriculture calendar, which is comprised of the lunar and solar calendars, is used to determine the first day of the year in Chinese culture.

This means the official date for the festivities changes each year, but it typically takes place in January or February.

This year's celebrations will start on Sunday, January 29.

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Dr Liang, who was talking to the BBC, explained the significance of the rabbit.

They said: "The rabbit is a very gentle and clever animal.

"It may not be the strongest of the 12 animals, but its charm and speed attracts good qualities such as money, partnership, and success."

According to tradition, Dr Liang said it is likely for this year to be calm and gentle and it will bring an energy that will help people have a more balanced life.

You can find out more about Worcester’s Chinese New Year celebrations on Sunday 29 January.