Frequently Asked Questions
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?
Applications for stallholders will open in late April after the ANZAC Day Public Holiday - this can be found on our website under the 'Stallholder Expression of Interest' tab.
Alternatively, 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?
Applications for performers are now open and will close on Tuesday 11 June 2024 at 10:00pm. The performer Expression of Interest application can be found on our website under the 'Performer Expression of Interest' tab.
Alternatively, 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.