Some 500,000 people watch a parade in Manhattan 's Chinatown on February 1 . Some 300,000 people are expected in London 's Chinatown , Trafalgar Square , and Leicester Square for acrobatic performances , fireworks , and food stalls serving steamed dumplings and red bean cakes . Australia hosts one of the world 's most elaborate Chinese New Year festivities . Lights will light up the nighttime sky over Cockle Bay in Sydney .
Some 500,000 people watch a parade in Manhattan 's Chinatown on February 1 . Australia hosts one of the world 's most elaborate Chinese New Year festivities . Lights will light up the nighttime sky over Cockle Bay in Sydney .