Lunar New Year is set to light up Parramatta, with stunning lantern installations to kick off this year’s celebrations.
Centenary Square in the Parramatta CBD will be lit up between February 12 and 26 with an archway of brightly coloured lanterns and a giant red walk-through ‘Lunar Lantern’ to ring in the Year of the Ox.
There’s no better way to celebrate than to grab yourself some delicious, cultural cuisines from local restaurants.
City of Parramatta Council has put together a special Lunar New Year food guide to some of Parramatta’s amazing eateries, featuring more than 25 restaurants offering delights from China, Vietnam, Korea, and more.
“Lunar New Year is one of the City of Parramatta’s most popular events, and a wonderful opportunity for the community to celebrate our diverse City,” City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Bob Dwyer said.
“Due to the constantly changing circumstances around COVID-19 restrictions, we have made the difficult decision not to proceed with our usual, large-scale annual event.
“We will instead be celebrating Lunar New Year with a stunning red lighting installation in Centenary Square – and I encourage everyone from across Sydney to come and take a selfie in the Lunar Lantern.
“Dozens of restaurants across Parramatta will also be celebrating Lunar New Year so make a booking, order home delivery or grab take-out and celebrate at home.”
According to lunar astrology, the Year of the Ox represents hard work, positivity and honesty.
For more information visit: discoverparramatta.com/lny
Troy Dodds is Parra News' Managing Editor and Breaking News Reporter. He has more than 20 years experience as a journalist, working with some of Australia’s leading media organisations. In 2023, he was named Editor of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.