Bremen's Botanika Welcomes the Year of the Fire Horse in Style

Felicia David•

22.02.2026• 1 Min.

A festive scene with cartoon characters sitting on a table adorned with flowers and balloons, surrounded by people, chairs, tables, pillars, lights, and stores, suggesting a Chinese New Year celebration.

Bremen's Tropical Greenhouse Celebrates Chinese New Year - Bremen's Botanika Welcomes the Year of the Fire Horse in Style

Bremen's Botanika tropical greenhouse hosted a vibrant celebration for Chinese New Year. The event marked the transition from the Year of the Wood Snake to the Year of the Fire Horse. Visitors enjoyed a mix of cultural activities and traditions.

The festivities took place inside Botanika's lush greenhouse, offering a warm escape from winter. Guests explored Chinese customs through live demonstrations of kung fu and tai chi. A tea-tasting session and traditional board games were also part of the programme.

The Year of the Fire Horse began with this celebration, replacing the previous Year of the Wood Snake. In Chinese astrology, the horse symbolises strength and independence but can also reflect impulsiveness. Botanika aimed to give attendees an immersive experience of Chinese heritage.

The event provided a cultural showcase without disclosing attendance figures. Activities like martial arts, tea ceremonies, and games highlighted the traditions of Chinese New Year. The Year of the Fire Horse is now underway, bringing its symbolic traits of energy and determination.

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