🧧 Lunar New Year Food Market, St Ives
Friday 20 February | 5pm–9pm
St Ives Village Green
Enjoy an array of food trucks and market stalls alongside amusement rides, craft activities, and face painting for little ones. There’ll also be calligraphy and floating fan activities for all ages, plus a vibrant cultural entertainment program.
✨ Arrive early to catch the Qing Fong Lion Dance, an unmissable highlight of the evening.
🐎 Year of the Horse Festival, Chatswood
Saturday 21 February | 10am–9pm
Sunday 22 February | 10am–6pm
Chatswood (Victoria Avenue & The Concourse)
Celebrate in the heart of Chatswood with 130 stalls lining Victoria Avenue. Follow the irresistible aromas of steamed dumplings, fried rice, succulent pork rolls, and flavours from around the globe.
Head to The Concourse for two full days of outdoor entertainment, featuring everything from traditional Asian music to modern pop, smooth live musicians, and exciting headline acts.
🧨 Lunar New Year in the Plaza, Lane Cove
Friday 20 February | 3:30pm–6:00pm
Lane Cove Plaza
Join the celebrations with live performances and festive activities for the whole family. Pak Hok Kung Fu will present a special lion dance alongside the Ra Ra Lions, before the dancers make their way to The Canopy for a grand finale.
🎬 Keep the festivities going with a free screening of Turning Red at The Canopy from 6pm (rated PG).
🐲 Lunar New Year at Darling Harbour
Tuesday 17 February – Sunday 1 March
Ring in the Year of the Horse with an action-packed program including jet pack shows over Cockle Bay, lion dances, dragon boat races, and Lunar-inspired feasts.
Wander through the serene Chinese Garden of Friendship for kids’ crafts, zodiac readings, tea ceremonies, live music, and more—perfect for all ages.