Immerse yourself in China’s rich cultural heritage and welcome the Year of the Monkey with fun, laughter and of course copious amounts of flavoursome food.
Here’s a list of Brisbane’s best Chinese New Year Celebrations:
Chinese Gourmet Festival
Location: Nest Brisbane
Date: January 26-31
Nest has teamed up with Griffith University to deliver a cultural festival with 3 of China’s world renown chefs. The festival includes:
- Cooking Class and Banquet – 27th January
- New Year Luncheon – 29th January
- Mah Jong Championship – 31st January
More Information here
Moreton Bay Lunar New Year
Location: Caboolture Town Square
Date: February 6th
A FREE event filled with traditional music, dance, delicious food and fireworks.
More Information here
Inala Chinese New Year
Location: Corner Wirraway Parade, and Corsair Avenue, Inala
Date: February 5-6
Trying to avoid the busy crowds at celebrations in the city? Welcome the New Year with the local community in the cultural heart of Inala.
More Information here
BrisAsia Festival
Location: Across Brisbane
Date: February 7 until February 28th
Head to the streets of Brisbane for a cultural display of the Lion Dance or indulge in traditional Chinese food. Activities will be hosted across Brisbane.
View the full schedule here
2016 Valley Chinese New Year
Location: China Town, Fortitude Valley
Date: February 12-14
Brisbane’s China Town Mall plays host to one of the best New Year celebrations on offer, with firecrackers, traditional music and more.
More Information here
Written by: Aliyah Ravat