Friends, family and loved ones come together in celebration every Lunar New Year. The 15-day long celebrations are accompanied by rich customs, rituals and practices that include reunion dinners, lion dances and the giving of red packets. Explore the significant Lunar New Year traditions and customs followed during this annual celebration. Each year, hundreds of thousands flock to city centers to enjoy the food, music, art, and culture of Australia's Chinese and Asian communities. Crown Resorts CEO, David Tsai, expressed pride in Crown's long-standing support for Lunar New Year celebrations, emphasizing how the event brings communities together and promotes cultural appreciation. Crown celebrates the vibrant Lunar New Year and Year of the Snake with two weeks of festive experiences. The resort will showcase roving lion dances, twice daily lion and dragon shows in the Atrium, a Snake zodiac display, a hotel blessing, and a specially curated menu series at Nobu, Koko and Silks. Atrium Lion, Dragon and Drum Performances Locally, hundreds of thousands are drawn to our city centres each year to celebrate the food, music, art and culture of Australia’s Chinese and Asian communities. Luna New Year launch at Crown Melbourne today. Picture by Wayne Taylor 20th January 2023 WMTphotography 0419 368 514 www.wmtphotography.com The Year of the Snake officially starts on 29 January 2025. Find the best events and dining specials during Lunar New Year 2025, then plan year-round fun in Chinatown. The Lunar New Year 2025 brings with it the arrival of the Wood Snake, a rare and significant combination that occurs once every 60 years. This unique pairing of the snake, known for its wisdom and transformative energy, with the wood element, symbolizes growth, stability, and creativity. Conservatory at Crown are celebrating the Year of the Dragon with a Lunar New Year inspired buffet for lunch and dinner from 9-18 Feb. Indulgence is a good word to describe the vast array of seafood, hot and cold international dishes, as well as a Lunar New Year highlights throughout, including a special dessert selection, at this festive feast. Chinese Lunar New Year dragon festival Location : Chinatown – Little Bourke Street & Russell Street, Melbourne When : Sunday, February 11 – 10am to 9pm Lunar New Year at Crown Melbourne Melbourne Chinese Lunar New Year Festival 2025 Celebrate in the heart of Chinatown with the Millennium Dragon Parade , vibrant lion dances , and a mix of live traditional and modern performances. Enjoy delicious Asian street food , relax at the beer garden , and keep kids entertained with activities in the Kid’s Area at Golden Square Open Air This Lunar New Year follow the trail of the snake and immerse yourself in excellent new year dining and an exciting program including traditional lion dances, kids activities, live performances and the chance to win prizes. - Lion Dancing: 1pm & 4:30pm - Youth performances: 3pm - Kids activities: 1pm to 7pm - Roving fan dancers throughout the day. The Year of the Snake officially starts on 29 January 2025. Find the best events and dining specials during Lunar New Year 2025, then plan year-round fun in Chinatown. Chinese New Year's Eve: 28th January 2025 Chinese New Year's Day: 29th January 2025 Melbourne Chinese Lunar New Year Festival Sun 2 Feb: 10am - 8pm Lunar New Year at Queen Victoria Market Thu 30 Jan: 9am - 3pm Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Sat 8 Feb: 7:30pm - 9:30pm Lunar New Year at Fed Square Sun 9 Feb: 9:30am - 2pm Lunar New Year at QV Please be advised that Little Bourke St (between Swanston St and Exhibition St) and Russell St (between Lonsdale St and Bourke St) will be temporarily closed on from 12:00 AM 02/02/2025 to 02:00 AM 03/02/2025 for the Chinese Lunar New Year 2025. The Official Opening of the 2020 Chinese New Year Melbourne Festival Date: Friday 24.01.20 Time: 17:00 – 00:30 Location: Queensbridge Square – 3 Queensbridge St, Southbank VIC 3006. Queensbridge Square will host the official opening of the 2020 Chinese New Year Melbourne Festival. This year, Lunar New Year falls on 10 February, but there are a range of events and festivities to join in across Melbourne throughout February. 1. Chinese Lunar New Year Dragon Festival, Chinatown (11 February) Join in as Chinatown celebrates the auspicious Year of the Dragon on Sunday 11 February, symbolizing longevity and prosperity. Crown Melbourne is bringing the Lunar New Year to life from Friday January 20 to Sunday February 12 with a range of celebrations planned for its Atrium staircase and Conservatory restaurant. Whether you want to catch a performance or feast to your heart’s content, there are options for everyone. The festival takes place between Lonsdale and Bourke Sts, and Little Bourke St from Swanston St to Exhibition St. Whether you're here for the culture, the food or the family fun, the Chinese Lunar New Year Festival promises unforgettable memories for everyone. 2025 Melbourne Chinatown Chinese New Year Parade Sunday 2nd February 2025 11.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m China Town | Little Bourke Street Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Mel.. Show More.. Lunar New Year 2025 @ Sovereign Hill In QV Square, you’ll find an interactive Snakes & Ladders experience, which you can play from January 28 to February 9. The restaurant Old Beijing will also have traditional Lunar New Year dishes to try from January 28 to February 11. 📍Cnr Lonsdale Street and Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000. 10. Check out the Lunar New Year Festival in Box There’s nothing quite like a big celebration to kick things off in style and Chinese New Year is no exception to that rule. The 2019 Chinese New Year Melbourne Festival will be officially unveiled by the Lord Mayor of the City of Melbourne, along the Yarra River at Queensbridge Square [Southbank]. Enjoy various cultural activities held as
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