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Lunar New Year Opening Celebrations
Join us for a lively day at the Chinese Garden of Friendship as we ring in the Year of the Snake with lion dances, lucky red envelopes and crafts for the kids.
Ring in the Year of the Snake with a vibrant celebration at the Chinese Garden of Friendship!
Join us for a lively day of festivities as we welcome the Lunar New Year on Wed 29 Jan 2025.
Experience the magic:- 10:30am - Witness a captivating lion dance performance as it winds its way through the Garden, bringing good luck and prosperity
- 11am - A special artist talk with Benja Harney, the creator of the stunning Year of the Snake paper installations
- 11.30am - Feed the magnificent koi as they rush through the waters of the Garden to get their lunch
- 1pm - 3pm - Create foam clay masterpieces with engaging snake craft workshops
- Receive lucky red envelopes filled with gold chocolate coins for the children as you enter the Garden (arrive early to avoid missing out)
- Unleash your creativity by writing your hopes and dreams on a special Lunar New Year bookmark
- Solve intriguing riddles hidden amongst the lanterns throughout the Garden
Come celebrate with us and experience the vibrant spirit of Lunar New Year at the Chinese Garden of Friendship.
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