Celebrate Lunar New Year at Market City – Sydney Lunar Festival – Haymarket, Sydney | 13 January – 1 March, 2026

Location: Centre Court, Level 1 & 1909 Dining Precinct, Level 3, Market City Shopping Centre, 9-13 Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000. Australia
Dates: Every day, 9am to 10pm
Tuesday 13 January to Sunday 1 March

Cost: Free

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Market City

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Market City from 13 January to 1 March 2026 with an exciting program of free events, cultural performances, and family-friendly activities in the heart of Chinatown.

What’s On

Year of the Horse Installations

Snap the perfect photo with giant Lunar New Year displays located at Level 1 Centre Court and the Level 3 1909 Dining Precinct.

High Pole Lion Dance Acrobatics – Jin Wu Koon ⭐ Event Highlight

Experience this breathtaking performance on:

• 14 February | 2pm & 6pm
• 15 February | 2pm

Location: Level 1, Centre Court

Kids’ Lion Dance Workshops

A fun, interactive experience for young ones:

• 7 & 22 February | 2pm, 3pm & 5pm

Location: Level 1, Centre Court

Store Blessings with Jin Wu Koon Lion Dance Troupes

Watch lion dancers bring prosperity and good fortune across all three levels:

• 15 February | 4:30pm – 6pm

Lunar New Year Giveaways

Enjoy lucky coins, plush horses, and retail vouchers available during performances and from 12–17 February.

Personalised Calligraphy Station

• 31 January – 13 February
• 16 – 18 February

Fees apply.

Authentic Asian Dining

Celebrate with a feast at the 1909 Dining Precinct, Level 3, open daily 11am – 10pm.

Parking Perks

Enjoy free parking after 6pm when dining at the 1909 Dining Precinct or any Level 3 restaurant (ticket validation required).

Plus, receive two hours free parking at The Eight Modern Chinese Restaurant between 9am – 3:30pm.

Don’t miss this vibrant Lunar New Year celebration filled with culture, entertainment, and incredible food for all ages at Market City.

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