Lunar New Year in the Chinese Garden
A visit to the Chinese Garden of Friendship is one of the best things to do in Sydney this summer. Enjoy a unique Lunar New Year program of Chinese cultural events, including kids' crafts, fascinating Chinese zodiac readings, soothing live music and more. Plus don't miss the exclusive Twilight Garden Party for a unique nighttime celebration.
Entry to the Garden is just $12 for adults and $8 for children. Concession rates are also available.
Amidst glowing lanterns and lush nature you’ll get the chance to enjoy boisterous lion dances, creative workshops, zodiac readings and more.
It is traditional during the Lunar New Year to share red envelopes filled with lucky money, symbolising good wishes and luck for the year ahead. On Wed 29 Jan, each child visiting the Garden will leave with their very own red envelope containing a (chocolate) gold coin for good luck in the Year of the Snake. Arrive early to avoid missing out.
Find out what the new year has in store for you with an 8 minute private Chinese Astrology fortune reading. Whether you’re a Snake, a Dragon, a Rat or any other sign in between, classically trained Feng Shui master Mina Zheng will expertly guide you through your fortune for the lunar year ahead. Ages 16+
Location: Round Pavilion
$28 for Friends of the Garden members, or $38 for non members, including Garden entry
Twilight Garden Party
SAT 31 JAN & 7 FEB, 5-9PM
Come and experience the Chinese Garden landscape as the sunsets and the night falls. Enjoy live music from contemporary jazz band 'Zodiac', and explore the garden at your own pace.
Get creative with these fun workshops free with garden entry.
Sculpting Snakes Workshop: A Foam Clay Craft for the Year of the Snake
SAT 1 & 8 FEB, FROM 11AM
Join us for a fun and interactive session where kids can create their own clay snakes and discover the significance of the snake in Chinese Zodiac culture.
Register upon arrival.
Calligraphy Workshop
SUN 9 FEB, 10.30AM - 12.30PM
Join us to learn the basics of traditional Chinese Calligraphy. Students will discover the beauty and elegance of Chinese Calligraphy and learn how to write chinese Characters.
Drop in only.
Pop in to the Garden anytime from 10am - 5pm during the Lunar New Year period and enjoy a raft of exciting things to do.
The cost for these activities is included with Garden admission.