While visiting relatives is a Chinese New Year tradition that we never skip, there are also other activities that we can do to have more fun during the holidays. Here are some top picks of what you can do this Chinese New Year. Now you can say bye bye to boredom!

1. Watch a CNY movie

There are a lot of New Year movies to enjoy during this festive season. This year, the most anticipated Chinese New Year films include Jackie Chan’s “Vanguard”, Donnie Yen’s “Enter The Fat Dragon” and Malaysia’s local movie “A Moment of Happiness” starring the ‘goddess’ Min Chen Lin. 

2. New Year TV program

If cinema is too far away, you can also spend your Chinese New Year holiday in front of the television. Wonder what is there to watch? Just turn on the television and you will find assorted TV shows, both local and foreign, to keep yourself entertained every day starting from New Year’s Eve. 

3. Gathering

Be it a friend gathering or a family gathering, there are people you just have to meet at least once a year. Since we are always occupied by works at the other time of the year, Chinese New Year seems to be the perfect (or maybe ONLY) chance to hang out and catch up with our precious friends.

4. Playing card games

Playing card games during Chinese New Year is a tradition. It is the best activity to kill time when you meet your friends or relatives. BlackJack, In Between, Bacarat etc. There are so many card games that you can play to have fun!

5. Have a family trip

Chinese New Year is all about celebrating with your family. So, seize the holiday and plan a family trip! You don’t even have to go far or for long. A few days’ trip will do. After all, the whole point is just to have quick getaway with your family.

So enjoy your Chinese New Year holidays to the fullest by filling them with these fun activities!