During the Chinese New Year festival, the animal often paraded is the lion or the dragon. These symbolic creatures represent strength, good fortune, and the driving away of evil spirits. The vibrant and lively lion dance is a traditional performance meant to bring auspiciousness to the festivities. Participants dress in colorful costumes and mimic the movements of these animals to entertain onlookers and honor cultural heritage. The dragon dance is also significant, symbolizing power and dignity, and it often involves a team of dancers manipulating a long dragon figure that weaves through the streets.