Events3 min readFebruary 21, 2026
Chinese New Year in Chinatown
Southeast Asia's biggest celebration.
Chinese New Year in Yaowarat is one of Southeast Asia's most spectacular celebrations.
The Celebration
Yaowarat Road closes for a pedestrian festival. Dragon and lion dances, fireworks, firecrackers.
Food
Steamed fish, longevity noodles, dumplings, red sweets. Roasted duck, dim sum at 50-200 baht.
Traditions
Temple visits, offerings of oranges and incense, red envelopes (ang pao) for children.
Where
- Yaowarat main strip: Main stage, dragon dances
- Wat Mangkon Kamalawat: Most important Chinese temple
- Charoen Krung: Quieter decorated shopfronts
Tips
- 1.MRT Wat Mangkon station
- 2.Late afternoon for evening festivities
- 3.Expect massive crowds
- 4.Wear red
- 5.Bring cash
Rivals Hong Kong and Singapore celebrations.