Celebrate the Year of the Snake with food, festivities, and family fun! Ring in the Lunar New Year in Parramatta with a vibrant evening of decorations, celebrations, and live entertainment. This family-friendly event invites everyone to honour the Year of the Snake—a symbol of transformation, intuition, and ambition—through traditions that bring good luck and prosperity.
- When: Saturday 1 February 2025, 4pm – 9pm
- Where: Parramatta Square & Centenary Square
- More info here.
Highlights
- High-Pole Lion Dancing: Marvel at performers balancing 3 metres in the air!
- Wishing Tree (Sponsored by Optus): Tie your wishes to the tree at PHIVE to manifest good fortune.
- Comic + Zine Workshop: Create your own comic inspired by Lunar New Year themes with artist Annie Huang.
- Ngurra Gunya Stage (Sponsored by Optus): Enjoy Tai Chi, lion dancing, and K-Pop dance workshops at Parramatta Town Hall.
- Cultural Workshops: Join a tea ceremony or get a Chinese horoscope reading at St John’s Lawn. Spots are limited, so book early!
Activities & Performances
Experience the magic of Lunar New Year with lion dancing, firecrackers, calligraphy, and horoscope readings. Don’t miss the energetic K-Pop random play dance from the Korean Cultural Centre or meet vibrant roving cosplayers from SMASH dressed as your favourite characters! Discover more.
Food & Drinks
Indulge in a street food market featuring up to 20 stalls serving noodles, dumplings, bubble tea, and skewers. Relax in the licensed bar area with a chilled drink and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
Art & Decorations
Capture stunning photos of Chris Yee’s artwork installation and immerse yourself in cultural performances. Try your hand at mahjong, or craft a unique comic or zine to take home.
Games & Fun
Test your luck at the Games Container with activities like bean bag toss, spin the wheel, and lucky dip.
Discover more about Lunar New Year in Parramatta by visiting the At Parramatta website.
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