Celebrating Chinese New Year

Chinatown New Year Celebration 2009

By Melissa Chang
Special to Metromix

Every year, in the few weeks leading up to Chinese New Year, Chinatown comes alive with food, cultural activities, colorful parades and more in a block party atmosphere. This past weekend, thousands of people descended upon the free festivities to celebrate the Year of the Ox and enjoy the special food — some of which is only made during this period.

If you have never taken part in the Chinese New Year activities in Honolulu, here’s a quick glimpse at some of the scenes from the weekend.