Lunar New Year 2026 at
The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Spirit of the Fire Horse Celebration
Dates:
February 21, 2026
Hours: 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Last entry at 3:30 PM)
February 22, 2026
Hours: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Last entry at 5:15 PM)
Venue: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Address: 578 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5K2
Celebrate Lunar New Year weekend with live Chinese cultural performances, tastings, family-friendly workshops, arts and crafts and more!
On Saturday, February 21, the weekend festivities begin with a joyful opening celebration. Fire Horse–themed arts and family-friendly workshops, lantern viewing throughout the Garden, Lunar New Year tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and Nian Gao (Chinese steamed cake symbolizing prosperity and growth) demonstrations and tastings will take place across the Garden —perfect for families to explore at their own pace and soak in the festive atmosphere.
On Sunday, the celebration reaches its full swing. Fire Horse–themed arts and crafts and lantern viewing continue throughout the Garden, accompanied by the rhythmic sounds of lion dance performances, guzheng and dance performances, dumpling (symbolizing wealth, prosperity, and family unity) and Nian Gao demonstrations and tastings, Fire Horse art candy, sugar candy art, live caricature drawing, fortune telling, and a variety of food vendors. From daytime into early evening, the entire Garden will be immersed in a lively and joyful Lunar New Year celebration.
Tickets are now on sale. For more details, please visit the event page.
Website: https://vancouverchinesegarden.com
Tel: 604-662-3207
Email: [email protected]
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5K2 , Canada
