# Event Details - **Event Name**: 40th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Enjoy a festival of lanterns, traditional performances, hands-on activities, cultural stories, and festive moments for the whole family.About this EventWrite a wish, light a lantern, share the moon.Saturday & Sunday, 2pm–9pm, September 26–27, 2026Step into the Moon Palace and celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival at the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. Enjoy an afternoon and evening of lanterns, traditional performances, hands-on activities, cultural stories, and festive moments for the whole family.This year’s celebration is extra special: 2026 marks the Garden’s 40th anniversary, and this is our 40th annual Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. Our 40th anniversary celebrations began on April 24, our official anniversary, and have continued throughout the year. We invite you to join us for another milestone moment as we bring one of the Garden’s longest-running traditions to life.Make a Wish, Light a LanternWrite a wish, hope, or special message and place your lantern by the Garden’s Jade Pond. As evening falls, watch the lanterns glow and their reflections dance across the water.Follow the Moon’s StoriesExplore the Garden and look for Mid-Autumn riddles hidden throughout the space. Along the way, discover stories, symbols, and traditions connected to one of China’s most beloved festivals.A Taste of the MoonLearn more about the tradition behind the iconic mooncake through a live mooncake-making demonstration and discover how this beloved treat became part of Mid-Autumn celebrations.Create Your Own Festival KeepsakeGet creative with hands-on crafts inspired by the moon, the Jade Rabbit, and other Mid-Autumn traditions. Make something of your own to take home and remember the festival.Festival Fun for EveryoneThere will be plenty to keep younger visitors busy, from creative activities to face painting. As the afternoon turns to evening, glowing designs will add a little extra magic to the festivities.Experience the Lion DanceHear the drums and watch the lions make their way through the Garden in a lively celebration of good fortune, joy, and community.More Cultural ExperiencesEnjoy traditional arts, music, and cultural performances throughout the weekend, presented in the Garden’s courtyards and pavilions.Celebrate Under the Full MoonStay into the evening as the Garden takes on a new glow. Lanterns illuminate the Jade Pond, music fills the courtyards, and the Garden becomes a special place to gather with family and friends.Join us for the 40th annual Mid-Autumn Moon Festival and celebrate this beloved tradition during a very special year for the Garden.Early Bird Promotion: The first 100 ticket orders placed will receive a complimentary traditional bamboo hand fan to commemorate the evening. Limited to one fan per order, while supplies last.Annual Passholders are eligible for an additional 10% admission to this event. To redeem, please get in touch with communications@vancouverchinesegarden.com. The time and date of your message will also be taken in to account for Early Bird promotion eligibility.Event Schedule:Saturday, September 26All Day: Riddles | DIY Fan Craft | Floating Lanterns | Food and Drink | Mooncake Demonstration with Shanghai Wonderful2:30 - 3:00: Gu Qin with @yuefan_guqin3:15 - 3:30: Lion Dance by @honhsingathleticclub3:30 - 8:30: Face Painting with @paintopia.facepaint4:00 - 4:15: Guzheng with Barrett and Dance with @changeling.movement6:00 - 6:30: Gu Qin with @yuefan_guqin8:00 - 8:15: Dance with @changeling.movementSunday, September 27All Day: Riddles | DIY Fan Craft | Floating Lanterns | Food and Drink | Mooncake Demonstration by DBay2:30 - 3:00: Gu Qin with Yvonne @yuefan_guqin3:15 - 4:15: Clay Mooncake Demonstration with Lucia Zhang @fuye_gourmet3:30 - 8:30: Face Painting with Paintopia @paintopia.facepaint4:00 - 4:15: Guzheng with Barrett Bai and Performance by @changeling.movement4:00 - 6:30: Sugar Art by Yee @yee.making6:00 - 6:30: Gu Qin with Yvonne @yuefan_guqin7:15 - 7:30 Lion Dance by @honhsingathleticclub8:00 - 8:15: Performance by @changeling.movementSchedule times and activities are subject to change. Please check onsite signage for the most current information. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/vancouver/40th-annual-mid-autumn-festival-moon-palace/100001999046228081 - **Event Categories**: festivals, mid-autumn-festivals, harvest-festival, art, fine-arts - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: All Ages - Duration: 7 hours - Location: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 14.82, max: 46.13, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Vancouver - **state**: BC - **country**: Canada - **location**: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden - **lat**: 49.2797852 - **long**: -123.1040923 - **full address**: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 40th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/a2efe32cc696b08ae2e4d1a870cf91790828f7bc14b7aafc0a086dc854bf0679-rimg-w1200-h600-dce8b818-gmir.jpg?v=1788869131 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 40th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace being held? - **A:** 40th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace takes place on Sat, 26 Sep, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 27 Sep, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, 578 Carrall Street, Vancouver, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing 40th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace? - **A:** 40th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace is organized by Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 40th Annual Mid-Autumn Festival: Moon Palace is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Vancouver, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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