Save the date for the iconic Cabramatta Moon Festival

Published on 18 August 2023

Mayor Frank Carbone standing on stage near Chinese dragon dancers

Journey to the moon and back at Council’s iconic Cabramatta Moon Festival, when it makes a stellar return to the town centre on Sunday 17 September 2023.

Get ready for the ultimate sensory experience – complete with live performances, lantern parades, more than 100 food and market stalls, fireworks, and plenty of mooncake. Fairfield City Mayor Frank Carbone said the Cabramatta precinct will be buzzing with activity for everyone to enjoy.

“I’m excited to announce that the Cabramatta Moon Festival is on again this year, bringing together people from all over Sydney to celebrate our wonderful diversity, and connect with one of the most important dates of the Lunar Calendar,” Mayor Carbone said.

“Festivities will kick off at 11am with lion dancing and taiko drumming, followed by cultural performances, cooking demonstrations, live entertainment into the night, and activities appealing to all ages and interests.”

Queen tribute show ‘Queen Forever’ will headline the event, performing popular hits like ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ and ‘We Will Rock You’ against a lantern-illuminated night sky, plus MasterChef Australia’s Khanh Ong will hit the cooking stage showcasing traditional Vietnamese fare with a modern twist.

Crowd-favourite activities will return – including the children’s chopstick challenge, and the pho and mooncake eating competitions, together with food and market stalls, rides, games and the popular lantern parade led by Khanh Ong, the moon goddess and archer.

“I guarantee there will be something for everyone at the event, and I look forward to sharing our City’s incredible Southeast Asian culture, colour and energy with you,” Mayor Carbone said.

For the full program head to fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au/moon festival or keep up-to date on socials.

Principal sponsors

  • Mekong Mounties - 23 Years Principal Sponsor
  • Cabra-Vale Diggers - Principal Hospitality Sponsor

Platinum sponsor

  • Blue Star Air Conditioning

Major Sponsor

Global Realty

Festival partners

  • Australian Rail Track Corporation
  • Australian Amusements
  • Australian Chinese Buddhist Society
  • BKK Shopping Centre
  • Bupa Health Insurance
  • Cabramatta Hotel
  • Cabra Leagues
  • Commonwealth Bank
  • Flying Start Family Day Care Scheme
  • Galaxy Import & Export Co
  • High Connect Telstra
  • Ramada Hotel and Suites
  • Saigon Brew
  • St Johns Park Bowling Club
  • Western Sydney International Airport
  • Woolworths

Media partners

  • 2AC Australian Chinese Radio
  • Dan Viet News
  • SBS
  • TVB Anywhere
  • Vision China Times
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