Giant panda, K-pop group to dazzle new year parade

Various local attractions such as the giant panda will feature prominently in the upcoming Lunar New Year parade. The parade will be held on the evening of January 29, the first day of the Year of the Snake. Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board and sponsored by Cathay Pacific, it will feature nine floats and 46 performing groups from 14 countries and regions. “Some floats will even act as Hong Kong tourism ambassadors, featuring authentic elements of the city, such as the giant pandas. They will make an impressive appearance together with local famous food, such as milk tea,” Tourism Board chairman Pang Yiu-kai told a press conference. The K-pop girl group Kep1er and Thai boy band LYKN are among those invited to perform at the parade. Cathay’s chief executive officer Ronald Lam said the city's flagship carrier is committed to promoting mega events in Hong Kong. “This parade is a platform for international cultural exchange. We have groups from different countries, gathering here and performing for local people and tourists, allowing everyone to experience the festive atmosphere with the characteristics of Hong Kong,” Lam said. The parade will start at 8pm at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre in Tsim Sha Tsui, proceeding along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road. Tickets will be on sale from January 11. The Tourism Board said the parade will kick off a series of festive celebrations across Hong Kong, including a fireworks display on January 30, Lunar New Year horse racing on January 31 and the Chinese New Year Cup football match on February 1.

Giant panda, K-pop group to dazzle new year parade

Giant panda, K-pop group to dazzle new year parade

Giant panda, K-pop group to dazzle new year parade

Giant panda, K-pop group to dazzle new year parade

Giant panda, K-pop group to dazzle new year parade