Spring Festival: a celebration of culture

Sepia tone image of Chinese lion dancers in a field, 1923.

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2026, the Year of the Horse!

Join Library & Archives NT and the Confucius Institute at Danala on Saturday 14 February for a vibrant day of culture and creativity.

Discover Chinese traditions through hands-on crafts, games and live demonstrations led by specialist teachers. Learn about different styles of Tai Chi, try your hand at calligraphy and papercutting, and enjoy fun, handicraft activities just for kids.

Access the full program of activities here.

Entry to this event is free.

Spring Festival: A Celebration of Culture
Saturday 14 February
WHERE: Library & Archives NT, Danala
WHEN: 10.30am to 1pm
COST: FREE

Image: Chinese Lion Dancers, 1923, Library & Archives NT, Bill Littlejohn Collection, PH0386/0195.