In Birmingham, the Year of the Dog festivities will take place on Sunday 18 February from 11.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. in China Town, which includes Hurst Street and Arcardian. The Chinese Festival Committee (Birmingham) organises the event, which is one of the largest in the Midlands, and attracts 30,000 visitors throughout the day. Visitors can expect the Lion Dance, live music, stage shows, firecrackers, martial arts, street food, fairground rides, and children's workshops.