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HORSES, DRAGON AND TIGER: A TRILOGY OF DANCE FILMS
Feb
18
to Feb 21

HORSES, DRAGON AND TIGER: A TRILOGY OF DANCE FILMS

  • 55 Cable Street Wellington, Wellington Region, 6011 New Zealand (map)
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A celebration of the Lunar New Year at our place, Te Papa Tongarewa Free screenings of a trilogy of dance films by internationally acclaimed dancer, choreographer and filmmaker Daniel Belton. The trilogy includes a world premiere screening of Daniel’s new work, HORSES.


TIGER (Silver-Lotus), and DRAGON which will be screened alongside HORSES to complete the trilogy of films all created by Daniel and presented at past celebrations of the Lunar New Year in Wellington.

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TEA CEREMONY DEMONSTRATION
Feb
21

TEA CEREMONY DEMONSTRATION

Welcome the Lunar New Year with a joyful celebration! Members of the Wellington Xiamen Association will host a special tea ceremony demonstration, sharing the artistry, history, and cultural significance of tea from Xiamen.

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Feb
21

TE PAPA LATE NIGHT

  • 55 Cable Street Wellington, Wellington Region, 6011 New Zealand (map)
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Celebrate the magic of Lunar New Year with an unforgettable dining experience at Te Papa’s Rongomaraeroa. Enjoy a beautifully crafted three-course menu paired with fine New Zealand wines, surrounded by culture, and good company.

As night falls, step out to the museum’s exclusive viewing space for the best view in Wellington of the spectacular Lunar New Year fireworks display over the harbour.


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TE PAPA LATE NIGHT - HORSES, DRAGON & TIGER TRILOGY and ARTIST TALK
Feb
21

TE PAPA LATE NIGHT - HORSES, DRAGON & TIGER TRILOGY and ARTIST TALK

  • 55 Cable Street Wellington, Wellington Region, 6011 New Zealand (map)
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Te Papa is extending its opening hours until 9pm, providing Wellingtonians with an opportunity to enjoy the exhibitions before Wellington’s waterfront is transformed into a vibrant stage for the spectacular Lunar New Year Fireworks Display. The night sky will ignite with a dazzling display to mark the Year of the Horse.

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MY DARLING, MY DUMPLING: A HANDS-ON DUMPLING WORKSHOP
Feb
22

MY DARLING, MY DUMPLING: A HANDS-ON DUMPLING WORKSHOP

  • Draughtsman's Room, Members Lounge/Foyer, Wellington Museum (map)
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EVENT COST: $35

A dumpling workshop coinciding with Beverly Moon’s Fortune exhibition and Lunar New Year. Learn about China’s amazing food culture and how to make your own handmade Chinese dumplings.

Facilitated by Susan Zou and the Ya Feng group, learn about the importance of food in Chinese culture and watch a demonstration of dumpling folding techniques. You will then make your own dumplings, visit the Fortune exhibition with a guide and then sample your own handiwork.

General Admission, limited spaces

Note:

Children must be 8 yrs of age or older to attend and accompanied by a paying adult.

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CHO TET FESTIVAL 2025
Jan
11

CHO TET FESTIVAL 2025

An immersive, community-driven celebration inviting New Zealanders from all backgrounds to experience the traditions, flavours, and artistry of the Vietnamese Lunar New Year.

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FORTUNE
Nov
30
to Apr 27

FORTUNE

  • Fortune exhibition space (Te Wheke), Wellington Museum (map)
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A knitted yum cha banquet, created by Auckland-based artist Bev Moon during lockdown in 2021. This decadent spread of wontons, dumplings, pork buns, spring rolls and more is hand-crafted with meticulous attention to detail, and explores history, culture and shared family traditions. 

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We Collect Wellington Floor Talk
Feb
18

We Collect Wellington Floor Talk

Join Wellington Museum for a fascinating floor talk about the rich history of Chinese Wellington. The story of The Favorite Milk Bar will be told by Kerry Ann Lee, grand-daughter of the Milk Bar’s original owner, Harry Chin.

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2024 Multicultural Festival
Feb
10

2024 Multicultural Festival

A gala performance in celebration of the Chinese New Year. Hosted by the Multicultural Council of Wellington and China Cultural Centre in Wellington, the show will celebrate Wellington’s vibrant cultural diversity with performances from groups representing cultures from all around the world.

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