Culture, Colour, Connection at South Eveleigh

South Eveleigh launches Colour. Culture. Connection., a vibrant activation of three festivals in one place, bringing diverse cultures together. Celebrating Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras and Holi Hai, the three week-long programs will offer innovative, sensory driven experiences, inviting customers to explore, participate and celebrate.

Running from Monday 16 February to Friday 6 March, the series of free public events embraces exciting cultural celebrations and encourages the local community to come together. From traditional Lion Dances and Mahjong sessions to digital drag artist appearances, rainbow nail art and joyful powder play, Colour. Culture. Connection. showcases South Eveleigh as a place where culture is lived, shared and celebrated.

Lunar New Year: Monday 16 February to Sunday 22 February

• BaZi Augmented Reality Mirror – 16 February to 22 February, 7am to 10pm

Discover your BaZi in the Lunar New Year augmented reality mirror, an interactive celebratory experience inspired by good fortune and possibility. 

• Plucking of the Greens – Wednesday 18 February from 11:30am

Watch the lion move through the precinct for the traditional plucking of the greens, where businesses hang lettuce for the lion to pluck in this auspicious ritual

• Mahjong – Thursday 19 February, 11am to 2pm & Saturday 21 February, 10am to 1pm

Beginner Mahjong tables and self-guided sessions will be available, play with a friend or be guided by an instructor who brings depth, tradition and expertise to every move

• High Pole Lion Dancers – Saturday 21 February from 1pm

Experience the thrill of the Lion Dance on Poles performed by the renowned Jin Wu Koon! This high-flying performance is a crowd favourite and not to be missed.

Mardi Gras: Monday 23 February to Sunday 1 March

• Drag Me In-teractive – 7am to 10pm

On-screen drag artists will entertain passers-by with cheeky banter, laughter, and interactive fun. Look out for these around Innovation Plaza, Village Green, and Interchange Pavilion

• Glow up Nail Bar – Tuesday 24 & Thursday 26 February 11am to 2pm

Enjoy the rainbow nails & sparkle styling salon, choose your moment with bold neon or rainbow nail polish finished with playful stickers. Face glitter and rhinestones also available to celebrate self-expression and pride. Located outside CommBank on Locomotive Street.

Holi Hai!: Monday 2 March to Friday 6 March

• Dhol Drum Game Studio Digital Experience – 2 March to 6 March, 7am to 10pm

Step into the rhythm of Holi with our digital dhol drumming experience! Play solo or challenge a friend at Innovation Plaza, Village Green, and Interchange Pavilion - perfect for testing your rhythm and having fun.

• Henna Artistry, Turban Tying & Performances – Tuesday 3 March, 11am to 2pm & 4pm to 7pm

Enjoy intricate henna designs and turban tying from skilled cultural artisans. Express yourself and take home a beautiful piece of Holi tradition

• Colour Throwing Festival – Tuesday 3 March, 4pm to 7pm

Enjoy a vibrant Holi celebration filled with powder play, joyful performances and festive colour all around. Located at Innovation Plaza, near BrewDog