Galloping into Cabramatta Lunar New Year: Year of the Horse
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The Lunar New Year, celebrated by millions around the world, is a special time of the year, embracing cultural traditions, family reunions, and hopes for good fortune in the coming year. The Lunar New Year in 2026 farewells the introspective and intuitive Year of the Snake, and welcomes in the dynamic and energetic Year of the Horse. In many cultures, the Year of the Horse brings with it vibrant and fiery energy, symbolizing adventure, vitality, and momentum.
Beginning 17 February in 2026, the festival extends over 16 days, and will be celebrated with events and activities all over Australia. In Western Sydney, what better place to celebrate than at Fairfield City Council’s Cabramatta Lunar New Year. A yearly event loved by locals and visitors alike for its celebration of colour, culture and energy, lively entertainment and of course wonderful, delicious food.
Being held on Saturday 28 February in Cabramatta Town Centre, Freedom Plaza, Park Road and Arthur Street, join WEST as we welcome the Year of the Horse with a full day of performances, family fun and festive energy. WEST will have a stall on the day and look forward to sharing the celebrations with you.
Starting from 11am, throughout the day there will be traditional lion and dragon dance performances, a wide range of free family friendly activities including face painting, pony rides, amusement rides, crafts and the popular Children’s Chopstick Challenge. The festival will also feature roaming entertainment, DJ performances, cultural performances, lantern installations and finishing with the popular fireworks finale at 9pm.
Fairfield City Mayor Frank Carbone said the festival continues to be a signature celebration of the City’s cultural identity.
“Cabramatta Lunar New Year is a powerful celebration of culture, community and connection, and the Year of the Horse is a wonderful opportunity to come together and welcome a year that symbolises energy, optimism and progress,” Mayor Carbone said. “From traditional lion dances and live performances to kids’ activities, rides, and crafts, Cabramatta will be full of colour and excitement from morning through to night,”.
The Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, is a time to honour tradition, reconnect with loved ones and embrace new beginnings. Families gather for festive feasts, homes are decorated in red for prosperity, firecrackers light up the sky bringing in new energy and red envelopes are exchanged to share good fortune. Lion dances and wearing new clothes further symbolise prosperity and good luck, welcoming optimism and a fresh start to the new year.
In 2026, the Year of the Horse promises to be a vibrant and energetic year, filled with
opportunities for growth and adventure. So join WEST, Fairfield City Council and other festival goers at Cabramatta Lunar New Year, as we celebrate the start of a new lunar year through vibrant performances, cultural traditions and shared community spirit.
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