We have looked through the Wigan Today archives for celebrations in the borough, which include plenty of dragons, lanterns, martial arts, food and more.
5. Chinese New Year
Wigan and Leigh College held a Chinese New Year dinner as a celebration. Back row from left, Ma Yiting, Cath Hurst, Nan Gouping, front row, Wan Gouping and Coun Dave Molyneux Photo: Paul Greenwood
6. Chinese New Year
Pupils at All Saints Primary School in Hindley built a Chinese dragon Photo: Paul Greenwood
7. Chinese New Year
Oakfield High School in Hindley held an international week that also celebrated the Chinese New Year Photo: Paul Greenwood
8. Chinese New Year
Wigan and Leigh College held a Chinese New Year dinner with guests from China and international and local students. Pictured with lucky red envelopes are Burmese student Nan Lin, Wang Gouping and Lawrence Paddern Photo: Paul Greenwood