Lion Dances and Lanterns: Lunar New Year Comes Alive at SA L’Avenue

Lunar New Year is an annual celebration marking the start of the year based on the traditional lunisolar calendar. It is the most important celebration for Chinese people, although it is also observed in other Asian countries such as Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia.

At Sampoerna Academy L’Avenue Campus, the celebration took place on 13th February 2026. Students wore traditional Chinese clothing, and classrooms were decorated with red and yellow decorations. Early in the morning, students and teachers gathered in the MPH, where they watched performances by secondary students, as well as the lion and dragon dance performed by hired performers. The performances lasted for about an hour before students returned to their classrooms.

After snack time, ELC and Primary students were asked to create posters and display them in their classrooms. Later, students were allowed to go to the secondary floor, where they could take part in games or buy drinks and snacks.

Meanwhile, some of the secondary students sold food and drinks in the bazaar on their own floor, such as tea and other food items. Other students made mini games for Secondary and Primary students that could be won for candy.

In conclusion, students had fun and learned about Lunar New Year and its traditions. The celebration is about honouring family, ancestors, and friends while welcoming happiness and prosperity.