2025 Chinese New Year Celebration at Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto [FREE]

✨ Celebrate the Lunar New Year with Hope and Happiness at Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto! ✨

Join us for a vibrant and joyous celebration of the Year of the Snake (Yisi Year) at Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto! In 2025, we invite you and your loved ones to experience a rich tapestry of Chinese culture, spiritual blessings, and festive fun as we welcome the Spring Festival.

From January 26th to February 2nd, immerse yourself in a unique blend of traditional and innovative activities, including Dharma services, cultural performances, interactive experiences, and much more. This year’s theme, inspired by the wisdom of Venerable Master Hsing Yun, is: "Keep Going, the Future is Bright."

Featured Activities:

January 28th (New Year’s Eve):

• 8:00 PM: New Year’s Eve Dharma Service – A serene and spiritual farewell to the old year, welcoming the new year with blessings.
• 10:00 PM to Midnight: New Year Incense Offering – Offer incense to the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, praying for a peaceful and prosperous year.
• 11:00 PM: Ringing the Peace Bell – Join us in ushering in the New Year with the harmonious chime of the Peace Bell, symbolizing prayers for world peace and personal joy.

January 29th (New Year’s Day) & February 2nd (Fifth Day of the New Year):

• 10:00 AM: Chinese New Year Dharma Service – Participate in the Thousand Buddhas Repentance Ceremony, dedicated to health, happiness, and prosperity in 2025.

January 29th to 31st (First to Third Day of the New Year):

• Enjoy a warm cup of Sweet Tea of Peace, symbolizing blessings and harmony.

January 26th and Beyond:
Visit the Wishing Tree – Hang your New Year wishes and spread hope and joy to all!

🌟 Festive Booths for a Memorable Celebration

Explore eight themed booths featuring exciting offerings such as:

• New Year Delicacies: "All-in-One" and "Everlasting Smilies."
• Auspicious Flowers and Potted Plants: "Blooming New Year."
• Special Snacks: "Candied Hawthorns."
• New Year Gifts: "Everything Fulfilled."
• Handmade Pastries: "Coexisting in Auspiciousness."
• Home Goods: "A Myriad of Colours."
• Year of the Snake Decorations: "Good Fortune and Affinity."
• Cultural Experiences: "Auspicious Couplets" and "Lucky Rubbing."

🌟 Innovative Cultural Experiences:

• Journey to the Buddha’s Realm: A digital Spring Walk where families transform into animated characters on a fun-filled adventure.
• Photography Exhibition by Venerable Hui Yan: A serene photography exhibition capturing the beauty and peace of the Fo Guang tradition.
• Performances: Traditional Dragon and Lion Dances, and visits from the God of Wealth to bring blessings and joy.

🚍 Convenient Shuttle Bus Service
We’ve made it easy for you to join the celebration! Shuttle buses will connect Scarborough, Markham, Chinatown, and other areas on January 29th (Wednesday) and February 2nd (Sunday). Register by January 23rd by calling 905-814-0465 to reserve your spot.

📍 Location:
Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto, 6525 Millcreek Drive, Mississauga, ON

🌸 Join Us to Celebrate a Peaceful, Joyous, and Blessed Lunar New Year!
Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto and the BLIA Toronto Chapter warmly welcome you and your family to embrace the spirit of "Keep Going, the Future is Bright." Let’s come together for a wonderful celebration filled with peace, joy, and blessings for the year ahead.

We wish everyone a year full of auspiciousness, happiness, wisdom, and the fulfillment of all your blessings. 🐍💫

Ticket Information:
This event is FREE and open to all. Shuttle bus registration is required for transportation.

Register Now and be part of this auspicious occasion!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fo Guang Shan Temple of Toronto 多倫多佛光山, 6525 Millcreek Drive, Mississauga, Canada