The Spring Festival in Tianjin is infused with strong traditional customs, and a wide array of authentic festive activities bring continuous joy to residents. From putting up paper-cuts and window decorations, lighting lanterns, visiting temple fairs, listening to crosstalk and storytelling, watching theater and folk performances, to seeing traditional local performances like lion dances, stilt walking, dragon dances, and yangge dances—there’s no shortage of happiness and festive spirit. Each year, the Tianjin-style New Year also attracts many visitors from other regions who come to experience the local Spring Festival and enjoy this cultural feast together.
So where to go this Year of the Sheep? Head to Tianjin Happy Valley and kick off a joyful Year of the Goat in style.
From the first to the fifteenth day of the Lunar New Year, Tianjin Happy Valley’s Spring Festival Carnival goes full throttle. With three indoor pavilions staying warm as spring, multiple rides and attractions, and access to both water and land parks with one ticket, plus a series of exciting themed events, it offers a heartwarming and action-packed New Year celebration for local families.
Southern lion dances usher in the New Year, folk celebrations bring the festive vibe, and joyful “sheepy” vibes gather the family together.
This Spring Festival Carnival at Tianjin Happy Valley brings visitors an authentic taste of Tianjin’s New Year traditions through rich local customs. From the first to the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, the park’s four lucky stars—“Prosperity, Wealth, Longevity, and Happiness”—along with the Happy Valley mascots, welcome guests at the opening to celebrate the New Year. Majestic southern lion dances take center stage at the park, performing lively routines that herald the vibrant energy of the season and bring good luck for the Year of the Goat. Highlights also include Haicheng stilt walking, Ansai waist drum performances, and banner twirling acts that join visitors in bidding farewell to the old year and welcoming the new. You can fully immerse yourself in the Tianjin-style Spring Festival without leaving the park. This Year of the Goat, bring your elders and kids along for a truly unique and joyful Chinese New Year at Tianjin Happy Valley.
Cute animal encounters, singing and dancing galore—kick off the New Year in high “sheepy” spirits.
The New Year is all about fun and excitement. When traditional Spring Festival celebrations meet international performances, the result is magical. During the Spring Festival Carnival, Tianjin Happy Valley transforms into a wonderland of joy, where handsome performers and beautiful artists from around the world come to send their warmest blessings and offer exotic New Year surprises. There are also adorable animal guests bringing good luck, lively water concerts, and the park’s special Lunar New Year show, *China? Year*, delivering a unique festive atmosphere and a one-of-a-kind joyful experience. Don’t miss your chance to take photos with the adorable camels and international performers—you might even get an extra surprise.
Constant 30°C Comfort, Surprises All Around – Celebrate the New Year with Global “Sheepy” Style
Throughout the Spring Festival Carnival, Tianjin Happy Valley is decked out in festive décor, featuring unique song and dance performances and joyful holiday shows, delivering the most lively New Year celebration in town. On the first to the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, visit the park and you’ll receive “gold coins” blessed with good fortune from the God of Wealth, bringing you luck and popularity all year round. Beyond the shiny coins, Tianjin Happy Valley has planted a Wish Tree where you can write down your New Year wishes, plant them, and believe they will come true one day.
Visiting Tianjin Happy Valley for the Spring Festival isn’t just about shows, food, and games—it’s also about riding thrilling attractions and letting out excited shouts. This is the time to let loose and enjoy to the fullest. Take on the indoor roller coaster *Angry Birds*, which takes you both high and low, giving you a burst of New Year excitement. Asia’s tallest indoor river rapids ride lets you enjoy summer-like thrills even in winter. The advantages of indoor rides mean more heart-pounding attractions are waiting for you. Of course, there are also family-friendly options, including the Magic Theater, 5D Cinema, Ball Blaster battles, and the romantic carousel. Plus, the indoor water park maintains a constant 30°C in winter, so visitors of all ages can have a blast and enjoy a fantasy adventure while having crazy fun—making this a truly unique Spring Festival.
Special New Year Gifts, Early-Bird Deals – Ring in the Year of the Sheep with Joy
During the winter season (January 17 to March 5), visitors who purchase a full-price daytime ticket can add just 50 RMB to apply for a limited-edition Warm Winter Pass at the park.
During Valentine’s Day (February 14 to 17), any man who buys a full-price daytime ticket can bring one woman in for free. Apply on-site for a couple’s pass at 799 RMB each (approximately 20% off).
During the Spring Festival (February 18 to March 5), two adults with full-price daytime tickets can bring one child under 1.5 meters (not including 1.5m) for free. Apply on-site for an individual annual pass at 438 RMB per person (about 20% off); apply for a family annual pass at 888 RMB per card (about 20% off). Migrant workers staying in Tianjin who present a valid Tianjin residence permit or social security card issued by the Tianjin Social Security Bureau along with their out-of-town ID when purchasing tickets will enjoy a discounted rate of 75 RMB per person (50% off).