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Lunar New Year celebration

Welcome the new lunar year with red decorations, shared food, small gifts, and good wishes for the team.

When: Late January to mid February
Duration: 1-2 hours
Budget: Low to medium
Who is involved: The whole office, led by colleagues who celebrate

How to plan it - step by step

1
Ask colleagues who celebrate how their families mark the new year.
2
Plan red-and-gold decorations, and a simple programme with a short story about the zodiac animal.
3
Prepare small red envelopes with a card or a treat.
4
Share traditional snacks, with dietary and allergy information.
5
Gather for a toast, a group photo, and wishes for the year ahead.

Benefits

Celebrates diversity and makes everyone feel included.
Builds pride in the workplace and its culture.
Gives teams moments to look forward to through the year.
Opens friendly conversations across teams.

Celebration ideas

Red envelopes with a thank-you note and a small treat.
A potluck of festive dishes from different families.
A calligraphy or paper-cutting workshop.
A team lunch or a virtual toast for remote offices.

What you need

Decorations, small gifts, and food with labels.
A short programme and a volunteer host.
Awareness that customs differ across countries and communities.

Messages you can use

2 notes - click Copy to use one.

Wishing you a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year! May the year ahead bring health and good fortune.
Happy New Year to everyone celebrating. Thank you for all you do for the team.

Tips

Let colleagues who celebrate shape the programme.
Respect that traditions and dates differ between countries.
Keep participation optional and thank those working on the day.

Mistakes to avoid

Using stereotypes or costumes.
Assuming one tradition fits everyone.
Forgetting remote colleagues.

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