Take a trip to the moon this Saturday, as Cumberland Council’s popular Moon Festival lands in Lidcombe.
Delivering locals a mix of both traditional and contemporary live entertainment, fusion-food and free activities for the whole family to enjoy, the Moon Festival will run from 1pm to 6pm at Wyatt Park.
This year, festivalgoers will be treated to a screening of two outdoor movies, ‘Over the Moon’ and ‘Kung Fu Panda’. Plus, kids will also have the opportunity to meet and greet the fun-loving Kung Fu Panda himself.
DJ Steve Zappa will kick off the festivities at 1pm with his fusion tunes, followed by lion dancing and the Sydney Chinese Dance Group showcasing the traditional artistry of Chinese dance.
For the sports fans, the GWS Giants will also be in attendance, giving the community a chance to win some prizes through their target challenge.
Cumberland Mayor Lisa Lake said Wyatt Park will be buzzing with plenty of fun activities for everyone to enjoy this coming September 30.
“I’m looking forward to this next exciting event at Wyatt Park in Lidcombe, which will have something for everyone in the family to enjoy,” she said.
“Our wonderful diverse community is a never-ending source of inspiration for creative arts, dynamic entertainment, delicious food and fun activities.
“We love hosting local events that offer new experiences through the sharing of culture.”
Providing a diverse selection of food, visitors will be able to enjoy everything from ramen and satay karage, to mini Dutch pancakes and chips on a stick.
The anticipated Moon Festival will also offer face-painting and henna opportunities, as well fortune telling and herbal teas from Zoe Zhou.
Also known as the Moon Cake Festival and traditionally as the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Moon Festival is a harvest celebration that takes place on day 15 of the eighth month of the Lunar Calendar.
Celebrated in China, Vietnam, Taiwan, and other East and Southeast Asian countries, the Moon Festival dates back to the Zhou Dynasty where people would pay homage to the moon and participate in many traditions including eating moon cakes, reuniting with family, giving thanks and making and carrying commemorative lanterns.
Cumberland Council is encouraging those attending the Moon Festival to catch public transport.
For more information or to view the full program for this year’s event, visit http://www.cumberland.nsw.gov.au/moon-festival-2023.
Ellie Busby is a news reporter for Western Sydney Publishing Group. A graduate of the University of Hertfordshire and Western Sydney University, she is a journalism Major. Ellie has worked with Universal Media, The Cova Project and for a range of other organisations. In 2024, Ellie was named Young Writer of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.