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Pandas, Paper Cutting, and Passing Showers: Inside the Confucius Institute’s Day at Weston Park May Fayre

The Sheffield Confucius Institute joined forces with Sheffield City Council and the University of Sheffield for a spectacular day of cultural discovery. Local families braved May showers to immerse themselves in everything from Chinese.
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Lanterns, Lions, and the Leap of the Horse: Chinese Lunar New Year 2026

From the thunderous drums of the Lion Dance at Meadowhall to the serene beauty of the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, our city was alive with the spirit of the Horse.

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Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration 2025

Our recent Mid-Autumn Festival Event featured enchanting musical performances alongside traditional Chinese arts and customs, as we celebrate the cherished Mid-Autumn Festival.
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The Charm of Sichuan

Experience the beauty and rich cultural heritage of Sichuan with The Charm of Sichuan, an extraordinary performance by the esteemed Sichuan Normal University.
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CHINA ELEGANT

Visiting scholars from Nanjing University deliver a suite of special Chinese cultural events from 25 - 27 February.
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Sheffield Chinese New Year Festival 2025

Happy Chinese New Year! Once again, the Sheffield Confucius Institute is excited to be part of the Chinese New Year celebrations taking place this year at the Octagon Centre and across Sheffield.
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SCI Newsletter - January, 2023

The Sheffield Confucius Institute Newsletter: January,2023
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Chinese New Year Gala Roundup - Sheffield City Hall

Over 2000 people joined the Chinese New Year celebrations last week at the annual gala in Sheffield City Hall. Keep reading for a full roundup of the events - we couldn’t have had a better start to this New Year of the Rabbit!
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Chinese Lunar New Year 2023 Gala - Sheffield City Hall - 24/01/23

Happy Chinese New Year! Once again, the Sheffield Confucius Institute is excited to be part of the Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations taking place at Sheffield City Hall.

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Chinese Lunar New Year 2023 - Oval Main Stage *LINE UP* - 24/01/23

Get ready for a one-of-a-kind performance that will be a Sheffield first! This year’s Oval Hall set will comprise of exhilarating performances that people will be talking about for years to come.

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Star Mandarin School Launches New Beginners Class for English Speakers

The Star Mandarin School Welcomes English Language Students into its New February Beginners Class. Sign up through the link in the article for a free introductory demo class!