Chinatown

Melbourne Chinatown Lunar New Year Festival 2026

Melbourne Chinatown hosts the biggest Lunar New Year celebration in Victoria with dragon dances, cultural shows, market food, and family activities.

The Year of the Horse begins on 17 February 2026 and continues until 5 February 2027. This guide explains dates, events, locations, food, parade timings, and cultural meaning across Melbourne’s CBD.

You should attend the Chinatown Lunar New Year Festival because the festival showcases traditional celebrations, community pride, and cultural experiences.

The Horse sits seventh in the Chinese zodiac and symbolises strength, talent, and confidence. The Fire element adds enthusiasm and energy.

Festival activities take place across Little Bourke Street from Swanston Street to Exhibition Street.

Two main stages run continuous cultural shows. The Kids’ Area at Golden Square Open Air Car Park offers games and activities.

The beer garden operates nearby with barbecue and seafood vendors. Additional programs appear at Queen Victoria Market, Federation Square, QV Melbourne, Crown Melbourne, Collins Square, and the Chinese Museum.

Date: Tuesday 17 February 2026
Time: 11:30 AM
Venue: Melbourne Chinatown

2026 墨尔本唐人街农历新年嘉年华

墨尔本唐人街将举办维多利亚州规模最大的农历新年庆典,活动包括震撼的舞龙表演、多元文化演出、特色市集美食以及丰富的亲子活动。

马年将于 2026年2月17日 正式开始,并持续至 2027年2月5日。本指南将为您介绍墨尔本市中心(CBD)各项庆祝活动的日期、节目内容、地点、美食、巡游时间以及背后的文化意义。

唐人街农历新年嘉年华以传统庆祝方式、社区凝聚力与深度文化体验著称,是不容错过的年度盛事。

在十二生肖中,马位列第七,象征着力量、才华与自信;而 火元素则赋予这一年更多热情与活力。

主要活动将在 Little Bourke Street 举行,范围从 Swanston Street 延伸至 Exhibition Street。现场设有 两大主舞台,全天轮番上演文化表演;儿童专区位于 Golden Square 露天停车场,提供多样游戏与互动活动。

附近还设有 啤酒花园,汇集烧烤与海鲜摊位。此外,相关庆祝活动也将陆续在 维多利亚女王市场(Queen Victoria Market)联邦广场(Federation Square)QV MelbourneCrown MelbourneCollins Square中国博物馆(Chinese Museum) 等地举行。

日期: 2026年2月17日(星期二)
时间: 上午11:30
地点: 墨尔本唐人街