SYDNEY

Felons Barrel Room – Manly

Felons Barrel Room will celebrate Lunar New Year with a four-day program of food, tradition and community on Manly Wharf from 19th to 22nd February. Featuring a shared banquet menu curated by Saigon Supper Inn, the Vietnamese food offering within Felons Barrel Room, led by chef Bao La. The banquet draws on the symbolism of traditional Tết dining, with dishes representing prosperity, abundance, longevity and togetherness.

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Loam – Surry Hills

Happening on 11th February, the Ace Hotel’s Loam is celebrating with a Chinese-inspired feast followed by mahjong hosted by No Flowers Mahjong Club. Featuring a multi-course menu including dumplings, noodles and celebratory share plates.

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Sydney Lunar Festival – CBD

Sydney Lunar Festival is an annual event that features lion dancing, cultural performances, pop-up markets, lunar lanterns and plenty of delicious food across a 16-day celebration starting on 14th February.

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Teahouse – Barangaroo

Partnering with Hennessy, Teahouse is offering an exclusive Zodiac Cocktail Menu inspired by the rich characteristics of each zodiac. From Year of the Pig to Year of the Snake, each cocktail is a tribute to the artistry of Teahouse’s signature mixologists and the symbolism of the zodiac, designed to celebrate your festive experience.

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Hennessy Pop Up – Chatswood

To celebrate the Year of the Horse, Hennessy has unveiled their new pop-up that will feature bespoke calligraphy personalisation, luxury gift wrapping, and interactive discovery experiences. Running from 6th until 18th February, the experience includes a Hennessy calligrapher onsite daily from 12pm, alongside a wishing tree, lucky fortune well and the chance to win exclusive gifts.

MELBOURNE

Preston Market – Preston

Happening on 8th February, Preston Market will welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with a free Lunar New Year celebration. Featuring traditional Lion Dance and store blessings, live music, kids’ activities and a diverse mix of pop-up food and retail stalls. The celebration follows Saturday festivities along High Street Preston, creating a full weekend of Lunar New Year events for the local community.

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NGV – CBD

Showcasing an exciting line up including dragon dances, paper flower folding, and Chinese Beijing opera performances, the National Gallery of Victoria’s annual Lunar New Year celebrations reins in the Year of the Horse. Offering free activities for all ages, visitors to NGV International can enjoy creative workshops, exclusive tours, performances, mahjong, and dance their hearts away in a New Year Children’s Dance Party. Courtesy of Event Partner HSBC, visitors will also receive complimentary red envelopes to gift to family and friends, and will be able to enjoy a special Lunar New Year menu in the Great Hall, including dumplings, sweet buns and bubble tea.

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The Westin – CBD

Celebrate Lunar New Year at The Westin Melbourne with a premium three-tiered high tea inspired by family reunion, passion and prosperity. Guests can enjoy a selection of sweet and savoury creations, with free-flowing tea and coffee.

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Moonhouse – Balaclava

Guests can enjoy an optional $88 per person set menu, starting with the Seafood Crudo Salad, followed by Spring Onion Bread, Sticky Wagyu Beef Dumpling, Chicken & Prawn Wonton, Crab & Wombok Money Bags Dumpling. For mains, Steamed Market Fish, Longevity Noodle, XO Noodle, with the option to upgrade to Lobster $30 per person, served with Steamed Gai Lan. To finish off the feast, cleanse the palette with a Green Apple Sorbet with Green Tea Granita, Honeydew, and Matcha. ​ ​

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Yum Sing House – CBD

Enjoy the traditional Yee Sang, the prosperity seafood salad, available from 17th until 20th February. On Friday, guests can also experience a vibrant lion dance show to bring blessings and good fortune.

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