Celebrate Lunar New Year at Birkenhead Point, Sydney

Ring in the Year of the Horse at Birkenhead Point in Drummoyne, where the spirit of the Lunar New Year comes alive with a series of festive cultural events. The Lunar New Year is a public holiday in some countries that celebrate this event, typically designated for seven days, significantly impacting the workforce as businesses close and employees take time off to celebrate. Here you can also shop for your new outfits, treats, and decorations, ensuring you start the Lunar New Year with a fresh and auspicious beginning.

 

Lunar New Year Celebrations

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Birkenhead Point with vibrant celebrations, festive events, and family-friendly activities. Join us for joyful Chinese New Year experiences as we welcome luck and prosperity together.

Lunar New Year Special Offers

Discover exclusive Lunar New Year offers and limited-edition collections from your favourite retailers. Step into the new year with incredible deals and auspicious finds at Birkenhead Point.

Your Ultimate Lunar New Year Shopping Destination

• New Outfits - Wearing new clothes and accessories is believed to bring a fresh start and good fortune. Explore our wide range of clothing stores here.
• Home Décor - Adorn your home with red and gold accents from our homeware stores to attract good luck, wealth and happiness.
• Bountiful Feast - Raise a glass and enjoy a feast with your loved ones to welcome a prosperous new year. Shop your essentials at our supermarkets here.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is Lunar New Year?

Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the Chinese Lunar Calendar, it's the most important celebration in South and Southeast Asia. Each culture celebrates Lunar New Year in their own way but ultimately, it's a time for family, sweeping away bad luck, preparing delicious food and ushering in prosperity for the year ahead.

This celebration offers a time for families to participate in and watch traditional events such as Lion Dances, or to come together and share meals that will bring good fortune.

Lunar New Year is about happiness and connection, and the perfect opportunity to set the foundation for a prosperous year. Stay updated to hear about Birkenhead's Points events and celebrations for the Lunar New Year.

2. When is Lunar New Year?

The date of Lunar New Year varies each year, determined by the Chinese Lunar Calendar and the phases of the moon. This date marks the first new moon that appears after the Winter Solstice, the first day of Spring, and the first day in the Lunar Calendar. In 2026, Lunar New Year falls on Wednesday, February 19 and is traditionally a 15-day celebration.

3. What zodiac is Lunar New Year 2026?

Each year is associated with its own Chinese Zodiac - a system of 12 animal signs used in Chinese astrology. Lunar New Year 2026 is the Year of the Horse. According to the zodiac, the Year of the Horse is a time for strength, confidence, and forward motivation.

4. What are Chinese Zodiac and Animal Signs?

The Chinese zodiac is a fascinating 12-year cycle, with each year represented by an animal from the Chinese calendar. The 12 animal signs are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each of these animals carries its own unique characteristics, strengths, and weaknesses, influencing the personality, destiny, and fortune of individuals born under that sign.

For instance, those born in the Year of the Snake are often seen as wise, enigmatic, and intuitive. The Dragon, another revered sign, symbolises strength, courage, and enthusiasm. Understanding your animal sign can provide valuable insights into your personality and how you interact with others.

In addition to the animal signs, the Chinese zodiac also incorporates the five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each element interacts with the animal signs, creating a dynamic balance of yin and yang energies. For example, a Wood Snake might be more creative and flexible, while a Metal Snake could be more determined and resolute. This intricate system offers a deeper understanding of one's traits and potential compatibility with others.

5. What about Food and Drinks?

Chinese New Year is synonymous with feasting and celebration, where delicious food and drinks play a central role. Traditional Chinese New Year foods are not only mouth-watering but also rich in symbolism. Dumplings, for instance, are shaped like ancient Chinese money and symbolise wealth and prosperity. Niangao, or sticky rice cake, represents progress and growth, while fish is served to signify abundance and surplus.