Datatable: Hong Kong Chinese New Year 2027 Practical Guide
Overview
Complete guide for CNY 2027 in Hong Kong - traditions, places, practical info.
CNY 2027 Dates
- Lunar New Year's Day: February 17, 2027
- Year of the Goat
- Public Holiday: Feb 15-17 (3 days)
Traditional Events
| Event |
Location |
Date |
Notes |
| CNY Night Market |
Victoria Park |
Feb 15-20 |
Flowers, decorations |
| Siamese Fighting Fish |
Mong Kok |
Around CNY |
Gambling illegal - watching only |
| Lunar New Year Racing |
Happy Valley |
Feb 16 |
Evening racing |
Flower Markets
| Market |
Location |
Hours |
Specialties |
| Victoria Park |
Causeway Bay |
24hr |
Peach blossoms, orchids |
| Fa Yuen Street |
Mong Kok |
10am-12am |
Cheap decorations |
Temple Visits
| Temple |
What to pray for |
Transport |
| Wong Tai Sin |
Fortune, health |
MTR Wong Tai Sin |
| Tin Hau |
Maritime safety |
MTR Tin Hau |
| Che Kung |
Good luck |
MTR Cheung Sha Wan |
Traditional Foods (Nian)
| Food |
Meaning |
Where to Buy |
| Fish (余) |
Abundance |
Dry seafood shops |
| Nian Gao (年糕) |
Progress |
Bakeries |
| Pineapple Cake |
Prosperity |
Koi Kei, Sweet Secrets |
| CPC |
Good luck |
Traditional cake shops |
Taboos
- Don't say "four" (sounds like death)
- Don't clean on CNY Day (sweep away luck)
- Don't break dishes
- Wear red (avoid black/white)
Shopping Malls Open
| Mall |
CNY Day Hours |
Notes |
| Times Square |
11am-9pm |
Lion dance |
| Harbour City |
11am-9pm |
Decorations |
| Pacific Place |
11am-8pm |
Less crowded |
Practical Tips
- Book restaurants 2 weeks ahead
- Expect 3x prices for flowers
- MTR runs on holiday schedule
- Some businesses closed Feb 15-17
Data Sources / Related Verification
The information in this article is compiled from internal FactcheckDocs (HK_datatable_chinese_new_year_2027_guide_v1.md), with reference to HK region publicly available official data and industry documents. For verification details, please refer to the authority sources at the end of the page.
Market Data
| Indicator | Data | Source |
|---|
| GDP | See official statistics | Official agencies |
| Tourism | Annual visitor data | Tourism Board |
Practical Information
Visitors are advised to browse the Macau Special Administrative Region Government portal (gov.mo) in advance for the latest information, including opening times, ticket prices, and special arrangements. The Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) operates a 24-hour tourist hotline (853-2833-3000), providing services in Chinese, English, and Portuguese. The Macau Consumer Council (consumer.gov.mo) also offers consumer protection and complaint services to safeguard visitors' legitimate rights. Some facilities may adjust opening times during public holidays and festivals; it is recommended to call ahead to confirm before setting off.
Further Reference
For more information, please refer to the official websites of relevant Macau Special Administrative Region Government departments, or call the Macau Government Tourism Office (853-2833-3000) for enquiries.
