Lunar festival celebrates the Year of the Wood Dragon

Thursday, 18 January 2024

In 2023 the festival focused on the year of the rabbit.

Palmerston North's Lunar new year celebrations will take place on January 27 as people come together and celebrate one of the most important holidays in East and Southeast Asia.

The event will be held in Te Marae o Hine – The Square from 11am to 2pm.

Head of Events, Luke McIndoe, said it would be a great opportunity to enjoy diverse traditions and flavours.

“As we welcome the Year of the Wood Dragon, enjoy a mix of contemporary and traditional Asian performing arts and bring the kids along for plenty of crafts and fun activities.

“While you're at it, set your taste buds on fire by sampling some of the most flavoursome, iconic and exotic dishes of Asia.”

Some activities and games include Ping pong, Zodiac cards, Vietnamese horse chess and Chinese Yoyo.

This is an outdoor event and any updates around the weather will be made on the council’s Facebook page and website.

Visit www.pncc.govt.nz/News-Events/Events/Lunar-New-Year for more information.