Steam rising from a cup of tea, a brush gliding over paper, a lion dancing through the garden: Lunar New Year at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden in Vancouver packs a lot into two days. The garden is at 578 Carrall St in Chinatown. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet; in 2026 it ran Saturday and Sunday, February 21 and 22, on the Chinatown parade weekend.
What to expect
- Tea ceremonies, calligraphy, crafts and lantern viewing.
- Demonstrations and tastings of nian gao (Mandarin for “year cake,” a sticky rice cake) and dumplings.
- Guzheng (Mandarin name for a plucked zither) and dance performances.
- A lion dance on Sunday.
Come hungry. A dumpling tasting is the kind of cultural education nobody has ever complained about.
Good to know
- Last held: Saturday and Sunday, February 21 and 22, 2026, opening at 9:30 AM; in 2025 it was held on parade day, Sunday, February 2.
- Tickets (2026): C$10 adult, C$8 child (5–12), C$30 family; tea ceremonies cost extra.
- Where: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC.
- Getting there: Stadium–Chinatown Station (Expo Line); buses R5, 3, 8, 19, 22 and 50.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lunar New Year at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden in 2027?
The garden hasn’t announced 2027 dates yet. Recent celebrations lined up with the Chinatown Spring Festival Parade, most recently Saturday and Sunday, February 21 and 22, 2026.
Is Lunar New Year at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden free?
No. In 2026, tickets were C$10 for adults, C$8 for children 5–12 and C$30 for families, with tea ceremonies extra.
What happens at Lunar New Year at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden?
You can join tea ceremonies, calligraphy and crafts, view lanterns, taste nian gao and dumplings, and watch guzheng and dance performances, plus a lion dance on Sunday.
Source: Lunar New Year 2026: Spirit of the Fire Horse (Heritage BC), Two-day Lunar New Year celebration at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden (Curiocity)
How Do I Get to Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden?
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden is at 578 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC. Transit: Stadium–Chinatown Station (Expo Line); buses R5, 3, 8, 19, 22 and 50 (TransLink). Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
Is the Lunar New Year at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden Good for Kids?
Yes. We list it as a family-friendly Lunar New Year event. Check the official event page for kids' activities, strollers and seating before you go.
How to Get Here
Stadium–Chinatown Station (Expo Line); buses R5, 3, 8, 19, 22 and 50 (TransLink).
Where to Park
Parking near big Lunar New Year events fills early and some streets close. Arrive early, or take transit if you can.
Map
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall St, Vancouver, BC
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