Paris's biggest and most beautiful Chinese New Year parade, that is, the one in the 13ᵉ arrondissement, made its return this Sunday, February 9, 2025. Spectators were out in force to attend this festive and colorful rendezvous that celebrated the New Year with joy. This year, the community and its associations paraded for the arrival of the Year of the Snake.
The Chinese New Year parade in the 13ᵉ arrondissement of Paris is undoubtedly the most eagerly awaited Lunar New Year parade in the capital, as much by Parisians as by the many tourists who come to discover this festival that has enough to take you on a journey to the different countries that celebrate it.
The Lunar New Year took place this year on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, but the festivities can last for several weeks. So it was not on D-Day, but in the week that followed, that Paris' benchmark Chinatown celebrated the New Year. It was a moment for us to experience an unusual and exotic moment, in an atypical atmosphere. The date of Chinese New Year is determined by the lunar calendar, so it changes every year.
The 13ᵉ arrondissement's Chinese New Year parade took place on Sunday February 9, from 2pm to 5pm, between avenue de Choisy, porte de Choisy and avenue d'Ivry.
The numerous associations paraded around in traditional costumes and superb make-up, and let themselves be carried away by the sound of cymbals and drums, in a joyful and good-humored atmosphere.
Now a tradition, several Carnaval Tropical delegations were on hand this Sunday. For the past ten years, the Asian community has been inviting the Antillean-Guyanese to share their culture, uniting their traditions through a love and passion for their heritage. At this event in Paris, West Indian and Guyanese groups assert their identity and emphasize the importance of transmitting and spreading their culture.
A flagship event in the 13th arrondissement, the parade attracted thousands of people every year. It was an opportunity for many to discover Chinese culture, traditions and folklore. Other events are scheduled from January 27 to February 15 in the 13th arrondissement, so take a look at the program.
Lunar New Year - Chinese New Year 2025 in Paris and Ile-de-France, the program of events
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The Chinese Lunar New Year takes over the 13th arrondissement of Paris from Monday January 27 to Saturday February 15, 2025. On the program: cultural events, shows, exhibitions and the unmissable parade on Sunday February 9, the largest in the capital. [Read more]
Location
44, avenue d'ivry
44 Avenue d'Ivry
75013 Paris 13
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Lunar New Year - Chinese New Year 2025 in Paris and Ile-de-France, the program of events
Chinese Lunar New Year 2025 Paris 13th arrondissement: the program for the parade, shows and entertainment
