Chinese New Year: Sound Journey & Lucky Knot Workshop

A festive lunchtime celebration of sound, story, and symbolism to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse. A vibrant yet grounding cultural experience blending live traditional Chinese music, storytelling, and hands-on craft.

The session opens with live Chinese New Year–themed music played on traditional instruments such as the guzheng. The melodies are joyful and ceremonial, creating a celebratory atmosphere while remaining calming and spacious – a moment to pause, arrive, and mark the season together.

This opening reflects the essence of Flying Bear House – a creative studio offering mindful cultural wellbeing experiences rooted in tradition, sound, and storytelling.

The second half is a guided lucky knot workshop, where making becomes meaning. As you learn to form this iconic Chinese New Year symbol, you’ll also be immersed in its cultural story – the history, folklore, and symbolism behind why lucky knots represent protection, continuity, good fortune, and blessings for the year ahead.

Each guest will leave with a handcrafted lucky knot charm – a vibrant, symbolic keepsake to carry into the Year of the Fire Horse, whether worn, gifted, or placed at home as a New Year blessing.

This event is hosted at FOUNDRY Hove and limited to 28 participants.

Pricing:

£10 per person (includes all materials + take-home lucky knot keyring)
£8 for FOUNDRY Hove and Brighton Wellness Festival (BWF) members