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Chinatown Lunar New Year Festival

From late January to early March 2026, Melbourne will host a series of vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations across its diverse neighborhoods. The festivities kick off in late January with events like the St Albans Lunar New Year Festival, featuring cultural performances and food, while Footscray’s East Meets West festival offers traditional lion dances and culinary delights. As February approaches, Richmond’s Victoria Street festival brings street food, music, and firecrackers to the fore, alongside martial arts displays. The highlight of the celebrations is the Melbourne Chinatown Lunar New Year Festival on Sunday 22nd February, featuring the Millennium Dragon Dai Loong parade, lion dance shop blessings, and martial arts performances. Other key events include Bendigo’s community celebration, Springvale’s fireworks-filled festival, Box Hill’s all-day extravaganza, and Wyndham’s eco-friendly multicultural event in March. These celebrations promise a rich blend of tradition, culture, and family fun across Melbourne’s vibrant neighborhoods.

Type	Cultural Festival
Date	Sunday, February 22, 2026
Website	https://me​lbournelun​arnewyear.​com.au/
Location	Chinatown, Melbourne