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Koi lantern making workshop

When

Weekdays, 11am to 1:45pm Monday 29 September 2025 to Friday 10 October 2025

Every weekday during spring school holidays (excluding the public holiday on Monday 6 October)

Cost

Free

Lanterns hold a special place in Chinese culture, symbolising light, joy, and celebration. Join us for a fun and creative school holiday workshop where kids (ages 5–12) and their parents can craft colourful koi fish lanterns using recycled toilet paper rolls!

Inspired by the rich history of Chinese lantern-making, this hands-on session blends culture, creativity, and sustainability. Kids will decorate their lanterns with vibrant stickers and markers—perfect for little hands and big imaginations. Come make, learn, and shine together!

Three daily sessions will be held at the Chinese Garden of Friendship on weekdays during the September and October school holidays, excluding the public holiday on 6 October.

  • Session 1: 11am - 11:45am

  • Session 2: 12pm - 12:45pm

  • Session 3: 1pm - 1:45pm

Don’t miss out on this creative adventure - join in and craft a lantern that lights up your world!

Suitable for ages 5 - 12years old.

Cost: Included with Garden entry.

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