Melbourne's best Lunar New Year events
The Year of the Snake officially starts on 29 January 2025. Find the best events and dining specials during Lunar New Year 2025, then plan year-round fun in Chinatown.
The best Lunar New Year 2025 events
Melbourne Chinese Lunar New Year Festival
Chinatown's biggest festival is back with a dragon parade, lion dances, street food and family fun.
Best Lunar New Year banquets and menu specials
Salted Egg
Enjoy a limited-time Year of the Snake lunch or dinner for $85pp from 28 Jan to 1 Feb.
Where to eat and drink in Chinatown
Chinatown’s most iconic restaurants
These restaurants are some of the oldest and most loved in Melbourne's famous Chinatown precinct.
The ultimate dumpling guide to Melbourne
Steamed, fried, baked or boiled – there’s no such thing as a bad dumpling.
The best yum cha restaurants in Melbourne
Dine with friends on all-you-can-eat dumplings, seafood share plates and more.
Where to find the best hidden bars in Chinatown
Take a detour to find secret basement cocktails, secluded rooftop bars and a fairytale wonderland.
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The ultimate guide to Chinatown
Where to eat, drink and karaoke the night away in Melbourne's famous Chinatown precinct.
Museum of Chinese Australian History
Museum preserving and displaying the history of Chinese immigration.
Heart of the city walk
Take a walk through legendary landmarks, iconic malls, hidden little streets and art-filled alleys.
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Christmas
Christmas things to do
Explore a wonderland of events and dazzling decorations as the city comes to life this Christmas.
Christmas eat and drink
Feeling festive? Sip mistletoe martinis at a rooftop bar or dine under the lights in a laneway.
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Premium Busking Auditions
Come along and enjoy some of Melbourne's best busking talent at these auditions.
The best free Christmas events in Melbourne
Find free Christmas markets, street parties, family-friendly events and more.
New Year's Eve in Melbourne
From fireworks to fancy dinners and family fun, Melbourne is the perfect place to celebrate NYE.
Candlelight Concerts
Experience the magic of intimate candlelit evening performances by original artists, at Fed Square.