Lunar New Year in the Gardens 2026
**PLEASE NOTE: This is the RESCHEDULED event originally planned for Sunday 15th February**
BrisAsia Festival 2026 presents Lunar New Year in the Gardens!
Head along and celebrate a dazzling Lunar New Year spectacular in partnership with ABC Radio Brisbane, featuring special guest MC’s Kelly Higgins Devine and Ashwin Segkar, who’ll guide you through this unforgettable day igniting the spirit of the Fire Horse with passion, energy and unbridled joy.
Watch in wonder as mesmerising Lion Dancers leap and twirl in a blaze of colour, followed by a high-energy Martial Arts showcase that will leave you breathless. Experience the dazzling spectacle of Bollywood with infectious rhythms and shimmering costumes, then be captivated by the enchanting Thai artistry of Peranya. Indigenous all-star duo 2.Za.Crowd bring their powerful storytelling through music, while Brisbane’s finest artist DJ Saie sets the perfect vibe with chill beats and soulful grooves that carry across the gardens.
Immerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of traditional music, dance and theatre from across Asia, get your henna face painting to wear your celebration with pride, and let the Fire Horse spirit sweep you away. Spread your picnic rug beneath the dappled shade of ancient trees, feast on mouth-watering Asian street food from vibrant stalls, and lose yourself in the magic of cultures coming together.
This is more than an event – it’s where tradition gallops forward, where communities unite beneath the Brisbane sky, and where the Fire Horse’s blazing energy ignites a celebration of flavour, festivity and pure joy. Bring your loved ones for a free, family-friendly day that promises to be truly unforgettable.
Lunar New Year in the Gardens 2026 details
When: Sunday 15th 22nd February, 4pm to 6pm
Where: The Band Stand, Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, 152 Mt Coot-tha Road, Mt Coot-tha
Cost: Free
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