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Come and celebrate the winter solstice at the Chinese Garden of Friendship and One Dining.
Celebrate the arrival of winter at The Chinese Garden of Friendship Winter Solstice Festival.
Join us for a heartwarming celebration of the Dongzhi Festival, a traditional Chinese festival marking the arrival of winter and the promise of longer, brighter days. "Dong" signifies winter, and "Zhi" means arrival, making Dongzhi a time to embrace balance and harmony as the days begin to lengthen.
The Winter Solstice Festival brings an exciting range of activities for all ages, designed to bring community together in the spirit of this cherished tradition. See the full program below.
Admission for Friends of the Garden members is complimentary. Non-member admission tickets can be purchased at the main entrance on arrival, $12 for adults and $8 for children

Lantern decorating workshops
Inspired by the theme “Winter Garden”, this workshop will highlight the colours, textures, and quiet beauty of the Garden during the colder months. Kids can engage with the cultural meaning of winter solstice while getting creative and connecting to nature.
- When: 11am – 2pm (drop in style)
- Where: Water Pavilion

Mahjong lessons
- When: 11am – 1pm and 2pm – 4pm
- Where: Peace Boat Pavilion
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Live music
- When: 2pm – 4pm
- Where: Hall of Longevity

Lunch at One Dining
Savour a lunch bursting with modern Chinese flavours amidst the tranquility of the Chinese Garden of Friendship at One Dining. Customers who order the set menu can enjoy a warm sweet red bean congee for just $1!
- Open for lunch from 11am - 3pm