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Hong Kong Rings in the Year of the Snake with Dazzling Fireworks Spectacle Over Victoria Harbour

Chinese New Year Fireworks Display

Thousands of spectators lined Victoria Harbour on Saturday night, witnessing a breathtaking 23-minute fireworks extravaganza that heralded the Year of the Snake with unprecedented pyrotechnic artistry.

The meticulously choreographed display, organized by the Culture, Sports & Tourism Bureau, featured an impressive 23,888 firing shells spread across nine distinct scenes, symbolizing cultural richness and technological precision.

The show commenced with the auspicious number 8 — traditionally considered lucky in Chinese culture — setting a tone of prosperity and anticipation. Vibrant red peonies and silver explosions illuminated the night sky, metaphorically representing Hong Kong’s global talent and ambitious future.

A playful highlight emerged in the eighth scene, where six whimsical panda head images delighted the crowd, bridging cultural symbolism with visual spectacle. The grand finale featured wandering star pattern fireworks, offering a poetic wish for national continued success and peaceful citizens’ lives.

Spectators described the display as a mesmerizing blend of tradition and innovation, capturing Hong Kong’s unique cultural spirit.

The fireworks marked a jubilant celebration of the Lunar New Year, transforming Victoria Harbour into a canvas of light and hope.