Markham Museum Hosts First Ever Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival

MARKHAM, ON – January 22, 2024 – In celebration of the Lunar New Year, the Markham Museum is proud to host the City of Markham’s first ever Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival from February 8 to 25. Hosted in collaboration with Ell’Events Inc., Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival will feature over 250 vibrant lanterns across 20 different scenes as well as three interactive exhibitions inside of the museum, including its latest exhibition, Standing in the Doorway: Lived Histories & Experiences of the Chinese Community.

“For the City of Markham, hosting inclusive events that engages our community has always been of upmost importance,” says Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti. “With over 250 lanterns spread across Markham Museum’s 25-acres, a variety of indoor and outdoor activities, tasty food vendors, and the Museum’s interactive exhibits, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. We hope the community will come out to immerse themselves in this beautiful cultural experience meant to bring everyone together.”

Beyond the captivating outdoor walk-through lantern light show and three interactive exhibitions inside the Museum,  Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival will offer a variety of fun activities for the entire family to enjoy, including a telescopic moon viewing, captivating dragon performances, an indoor arts and crafts program, indoor vendors showcasing unique wares, delicious Asian-themed food trucks and food tents, and much more! Weather permitting, the festivities will also extend to an outdoor ice skating rink (bring your own skates) and invigorating snowshoeing adventures.

Tickets for Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival are $24.99 for adults, $19.99 for children aged 2 to 12, and free for babies under 23 months old. Tickets can be pre-purchased online or purchased on-site upon arrival.

Find out admission times and learn more about Lunar Nights: Year of the Dragon Festival at MarkhamMuseum.ca.
 

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Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti’s Office: 
At mayorscarpitti@markham.ca.

All other media inquiries / interview requests for the City of Markham:
media@markham.ca

Ell'Events Inc.:
Christina Moss, Media Relations Coordinator,  christina@ellevents.ca
 

About Markham: Markham, an award-winning municipality with more than 357,000 residents and the largest of nine communities in York Region, is home to over 650 headquartered companies and more than 1,500 high tech and life science companies. Markham is a leader in attracting foreign direct investment with more than 234 foreign companies located in the City. Founded in the 1790s, today Markham is Canada’s most diverse community and enjoys a rich heritage, outstanding community planning and services, and a vibrant local economy. 

About Ell'Events Inc.: Ell'Events Inc. has over 18 years of event management, production and marketing experience. Blending creativity with innovation and flawless delivery, we expertly plan and manage seasonal and public events. ​We are focused on creating lasting relationships with our partners and providing true customer service. Our team coordinates and designs each event from start to finish, including event marketing and promotions, along with event delivery and execution.

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