The Chinese New Year Festival is underway in Sydney now. It has grown from humble beginnings to an exciting progam with something for everyone. Creative Director and producer of events Gill Minervinni said "It has turned from a small Chinese-focused event into a Sydney wide and international event.that attracts all walks of life." "Its all about sharing cultural backgrounds and building understanding between people of different cultures." The Festival is a packed program of events that cater for all ages.
Some of the featured events are -
Chinatown Food Tours - Jan 29, Feb 2 and 12. Bookings phone 9265 9333
Coolie: Asian-Australian Performance Festival - Feb 1-13 Three performances at the Belvoir Street Theatre. Phone 9699 3444
Chinese New Year at the Gallery - 30 free events at the Art Gallery of NSW. Watch traditional Art performances, story telling, tours, workshops, films demonstrations and roving entertainment. Phone 1800 679 278. Website - artgallery.nsw.gov.au
Sydney Chinese Film Festival - Feb 5-15 Chinese commercial blockbusters and arthouse movies at the Event Cinemas, George Street. Website - sydneychinesefilmfestival.org.au
Chinese New Year Twilight Parade - Feb 6 Will feature more than 2,500 performers, floats, illuminated animals, music, dragons and fireworks.phone 9265 9333, website sydneychinesenewyear.com.au
Cinema Alley - Feb 11 Contemporary Asian video art in Haymarket. Website - 4a.com.au\
Dragon Boat Races - Feb 12-13 This is the largest dragon boast in the southern hemisphere at Darling Harbour. Website - sydneychinesenewyear.com.au
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