Event Information & FAQs

Location: Parramatta Square, Centenary Square & PHIVE, Parramatta NSW 2150

Event time: Friday 20 February 2026 4-9pm. 

This family-friendly event celebrates Lunar New Year traditions and customs symbolising good luck and prosperity for the year ahead. Experience an evening filled with celebrations, delicious food and live entertainment. 

Yes, entry is completely free. No tickets are required. 

Lunar New Year celebrations will proceed if it is raining. 

If conditions make it unsafe and the event is cancelled, this information will be updated on Council’s social media platforms and website. 

Yes. There will be first aid on site. 

No, there will not be a fireworks display at this year’s event, however firecrackers will be present during the event.  

Public toilets will be located inside PHIVE, Parramatta Square, in Centenary Square, and in Parramatta Station. 

Yes, dogs are permitted on a leash within the public domain, however, due to large crowds and loud music, we recommend leaving pets at home for their comfort and safety. 

Yes, PHIVE, Parramatta Square and Centenary Square are accessible. 

Accessible parking is available for vehicles displaying a valid mobility parking permit.

Multi-story parking is subject to availability, the closest being:  

• Parramatta Square Car Park
• Wentworth Street Car Park (Parramatta Station Car Park)  
• Parramatta Westfield  
• Justice Precinct Car Park  
• Eat Street Car Park 

Yes, accessible toilets are available in PHIVE, Parramatta Square, in Centenary Square. 

Yes, there will be a number of food vendors attending the event, as well as numerous local restaurants trading throughout Parramatta Square. 

Yes, free water bubblers can be found throughout Parramatta Square and Centenary Square. 

No. The public domain is an alcohol-free zone, however there are licensed bars and restaurants in Paramatta Square. 

Trains and buses will be operating as per standard weekday timetable. 

For train and bus timetable information please contact Transport Info on 131 500 or visit www.transportnsw.info  

Limited parking will be available on neighbouring streets and will be subject to signposted regulations.  

Multi-story parking is subject to availability, the closest being:

• Parramatta Square Car Park
• Wentworth Street Car Park (Parramatta Station Car Park)
• Westfield Parramatta
• Justice Precinct Car Park
• Eat Street Car Park