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New Shanghai Westfield Sydney

New Shanghai Westfield Sydney Lion Dance Performance

Where
188 Pitt St
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
New Shanghai Westfield Sydney, located on Westfield Sydney Lower Level, below Zara Women’s at Pitt Street Mall
When

Saturday 21 February from 2pm to 2:20pm

Free Event

In Chinese culture, the lion is a powerful symbol of strength, wisdom, and prosperity. Lion dances are an essential Lunar New Year tradition, performed to bring good fortune, chase away evil spirits, and welcome success and happiness for the year ahead.

Celebrate Lunar New Year with a spectacular Lion Dance performance at New Shanghai Westfield Sydney. This lively performance will feature two traditional lions accompanied by skilled musicians playing drums and gongs, creating an energetic and festive atmosphere filled with excitement and joy.

The lion dance is one of the most important Lunar New Year customs and is believed to bring prosperity, luck, and positive energy to businesses and the community. It is also a wonderful way to experience Chinese culture and immerse yourself in the vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations.

Join us for this traditional Lunar New Year celebration and welcome good fortune, happiness, and prosperity for the year ahead at New Shanghai Westfield Sydney.

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New Shanghai Westfield Sydney

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