Frequently Asked Questions

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When is the Cabramatta Moon Festival 2024?

Sunday 8 September, from 11AM to 8PM. 

Is the Cabramatta Moon Festival free entry? 

Yes, this is a FREE event 

When is the actual traditional Moon Festival date?

17 September 2024.

What is the Moon Festival? 

The Moon Festival is a traditional Southeast Asian harvest celebration, which is held on the full moon in Autumn each year.

The Moon Festival was born from the moon and the celebration of the harvest combined. Ancient cultures believed that the movement of the moon had a close relationship with the changes of the seasons and with agricultural production.

Each Southeast Asian culture has its own unique legend for the Moon Festival, which has been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years. 

What are the steps to become a stallholder at the Cabramatta Moon Festival? 

Our Stallholder Expressions of Interests for the Cabramatta Moon Festival 2024 have now closed, we thank you for your interest.

If you have any queries, please send an email to events@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au.

What are the steps to become a performer at the Cabramatta Moon Festival? 

Our Performer Expressions of Interests for the Cabramatta Moon Festival 2024 have now closed, we thank you for your interest.

If you have any queries, please send an email to events@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au.

How can I get to the Cabramatta Moon Festival?

Public transport to the festival will be available on event day by boarding a train to Cabramatta Train Station.

Cabramatta Train Station falls on:

  • T3 Bankstown
  • T5 Cumberland
  • T2 Inner West and Southlines

PLEASE NOTE: the train ride is a 50 minute station from Central Train Station.

It is highly recommended to use public transport on the day of the Cabramatta Moon Festival for easy access to the festival at Cabramatta Town Centre. 

Where can I park at the Cabramatta Moon Festival? 

Please visit Getting to Cabramatta for further information about parking on event day. 

Where is the best viewing point for fireworks?

The best views for fireworks at the Cabramatta Moon Festival would be at the following locations:

  • Railway Parade
  • Park Road
  • Cabramatta Road West
  • Arthur Street
  • John Street

Are pets allowed at the Cabramatta Moon Festival?

For the safety of your pet, it is best advised to leave your pet at home away from large crowds and loud noises.

Please ensure to keep your pets safe at home during the fireworks display at 8PM.

For more information, please visit the RSCPA NSW website for tips. 

What happens if it rains on the day of the Cabramatta Moon Festival?

In the event of wet weather, the event site will be assessed to determine the suitability to continue the event and program.

This message will be updated accordingly.

Please check our Instagram or Facebook page (@cabramatta_atasteofasia), for the most up to date information and latest updates on the Cabramatta Moon Festival. 

How do I contact the Major Events Team? 

You can contact the Major Events Team through email at events@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au. Alternatively, you can reach the team via phone on 02 9725 0126.

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