Make a DIY snake for Lunar New Year 2026
Get ready for the Chinese New Year with a super crafty colourful snake out of paper cups! This make is from 2025, the Year of the Snake - if you're feeling creative you could try and turn this make into a horse, to celebrate 2026's Year of the Horse.
- Paper cups
- Coloured paper or card
- Scissors
- Glue
- Pencil
- Glitter (Biodegradable)
- String
- Bells
- Sticks
- Googly eyes
- Ribbon
🚨 Ask an adult to help you when using sharp objects! 🚨
What does the snake symbolise in Chinese New Year?
The snake symbolises wisdom, charm, and strong intuition!
Top fact: Red and gold are lucky colours, so be sure to use lots of them when creating your own snake!
Curious about your own zodiac animal? Check out this Chinese zodiac printable chart, or explore even more fun facts here.
Want more on Lunar New Year? 🐴
Check out CBBC's Lunar New Year page, where you can test your knowledge with top Lunar New Year quizzes, find delicious recipes and even find out which zodiac animal you are.
