A series of events are planned across Durham city centre to see in the Chinese New Year in style.
Chinese New Year starts on January 22 and celebrations are expected to continue until February 5. Based on a 12-year zodiac cycle, this year is the Year of the Rabbit, with the creature representing the moon and even being an incarnation of the moon goddess and a symbol of purity.
Durham will start its celebrations for the Lunar New Year on Saturday January 21 with activities, performances and entertainment throughout the city. The events kick off with a lion dance procession, which will wind its way from Millennium Place through the city centre, accompanied by a colourful display by the junior dragon dance team from West Rainton Primary School.