Where to see traditional lion dance performances in Melbourne

16 Feb

Lunar New Year Traditional Lion Dance

Celebrate Lunar New Year with a traditional Lion Dance.

17 Feb

Lunar New Year at Collins Square

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a spectacular Lion and Dragon Dance.

20 – 28 Feb

Lunar New Year at narrm ngarrgu

Come and welcome in the Year of the Horse 2026.

16 Feb – 1 Mar

Lunar New Year at QV Melbourne

QV Melbourne celebrates the year of the horse with a Happy Horse Noodle Bar installation.

Until 22 Feb

Lunar New Year at Crown Melbourne

Crown is kicking off the Year of the Horse with a spectacular three week celebration.

21 Feb

Lunar New Year at Melbourne Museum

Melbourne Museum transforms into a vibrant hub to celebrate the Year of the Horse.

17 Feb

Lunar New Year at Queen Victoria Market

Welcome the Year of the Horse with festive traditions, vibrant displays and cultural experiences.

22 Feb

Melbourne Chinese Lunar New Year Festival

Join the community and welcome the Year of the Horse in Chinatown.

22 Feb

Lunar New Year at NGV

Celebrate Lunar New Year at NGV with a whole day of festivities, food and fun.

Yum Sing House

Enjoy Yee Sang prosperity salad (17-20 Feb, pre-booking required) and a lion dance on 20 February.

Longrain

Enjoy Lion Dances and special dishes symbolising health, wealth and prosperity. 16-20 Feb.

Oriental Teahouse

Choose from over 40 Yum Cha dishes as you take in a lively Lion Dance performance, 15 Feb, 12pm.