Lunar New Year in the Gardens

BrisAsia Festival 2026 presents Lunar New Year in the Gardens.

Come along and celebrate a dazzling Lunar New Year spectacular in partnership with 612 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 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. Adelaide's renowned all-female Asian Fusion band Hyoshi in Counterpoint brings their powerful six-piece harmonies, while Dance Masala delivers a dazzling Bollywood showcase with infectious rhythms and shimmering costumes. Be captivated by the enchanting Thai artistry of Peranya and the graceful tradition of Japanese Awa Odori dance. Indigenous all-star duo 2.Za.Crowd bring their powerful storytelling through music, while Brisbane's finest artist DJ Night Palms 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. Little ones can explore the children's craft station with hands-on origami making and beautiful henna body painting to wear your celebration with pride. Let the Horse spirit sweep you away as you spread your picnic rug beneath the dappled shade of ancient trees, feast on sumptuous Asian street food from vibrant stalls, sip on refreshing bubble tea, and indulge in sweet treats and savoury delights that bring the flavours of Asia to life. 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 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.

Location: The Band Stand, Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha

Presented in Partnership with 612 ABC Radio Brisbane

Bookings

No bookings required

Venue address

Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, 152 Mt Coot-tha Road, Toowong