Honouring tradition & welcoming the Year of the Horse
Lunar New Year is a time of renewal, reflection and coming together — a celebration shared across cultures to welcome good fortune and new beginnings.
The Year of the Horse represents strength, energy and forward movement, symbolising progress, resilience and the confidence to step into the year ahead.
what’s on.
At Burwood Plaza, we’re proud to honour this meaningful tradition by bringing people together through FREE cultural performances, festive experiences and shared moments of celebration, creating space for connection, joy and a hopeful start to the year ahead.
Lion Dancing
Follow the beat of the drums as vibrant Lion Dancers weave through the centre, bringing blessings of luck, happiness and prosperity for the Year of the Horse.
Meet Ma-Ma
Say hello to Ma-Ma the Horse, our friendly Year of the Horse mascot! Spot her roaming alongside the Lion Dance for festive greetings, cuddles and fun photo moments for all ages.
Cultural Dancers
Be captivated by a vibrant lineup of live cultural dance performances, featuring traditional costumes, music and expressive choreography in a joyful, family-friendly celebration.
Fortune Cookies
Take home a FREE fortune cookie — simply scan the QR code with our event team and follow Burwood Plaza on social media.
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the event schedule.
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Enjoy a vibrant showcase of cultural dance, featuring traditional costumes, music and energetic choreography to open the celebration.
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Discover new flavours and products with FREE tastings and sample giveaways across the centre, from food and drinks to beauty finds.
Plus, grab a FREE fortune cookie from 1PM (while stocks last)!
See below for participating retailers and sample details.
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A lively and expressive performance inspired by maritime tradition, movement and rhythm.
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Feel the energy of this powerful performance, combining rhythmic drumming with bold, coordinated movement.
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A colourful folk dance performance showcasing traditional music, costume and spirited choreography.
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Follow the beat of the drums as the Lion Dance weaves through the centre, delivering traditional blessings symbolising luck, prosperity and good fortune for the Year of the Horse.
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Say hello to Ma-ma the Horse, our friendly Year of the Horse mascot, roaming alongside the Lion Dance for festive greetings, cuddles and fun photo moments.
FREE SAMPLE + RETAILER OFFERS
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FREE Drink Tasting
Cool off with a refreshing watermelon juice sample, freshly prepared.
Available on event day | While stocks last
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FREE Product Sample*
Receive a toner pad sample with any purchase, while stocks last.
Available on event day / First 50 customers only
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FREE Food Tasting
Sample a selection of traditional Chinese cookies, perfect for Lunar New Year.
Available on event day | While stocks last
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FREE Drink Tasting
Try a smooth and creamy avocado shake, made fresh by the team.
Available on event day | While stocks last
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FREE Food Tasting
Enjoy a classic Subway cookie sample — soft, sweet and freshly baked.
Available on event day | While stocks last
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FREE Drink Tasting
Sip on a creamy banana smoothie sample — smooth, sweet and satisfying.
Available on event day | While stocks last
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10% OFF Stationery & Tiered NAPLAN Book Discounts
Stock up on school essentials with 10% OFF stationery, plus tiered savings on NAPLAN preparation books:
• Buy 1 book: 5% OFF
• Buy 2 books: 10% OFF
• Buy 3 books or more: 20% OFFOffer available for a limited time. See in-store for details.
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50% OFF Gifts
Enjoy 50% OFF gifts — perfect for quick, thoughtful finds at great value.
While stocks last. See in-store for details.
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50% OFF Second Child*
Bring a sibling or a friend along and enjoy 50% OFF entry for a second child when visiting.
*Available all day. Outside of school holidays.T&Cs apply.
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Buy 1 Hour, Get 1 Hour FREE*
Double the fun with this great-value play offer — enjoy a second hour of play FREE when you purchase one hour.
*Available 9–10am and 3–6pm. Outside of school holidays.
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10% OFF Services
ORIENTAL MASSAGE & ACUPUNCTURE
Relax and unwind with 10% OFF selected massage and acupuncture services.
Available for a limited time. T&C’s apply.
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$5 Earrings & Bracelets
Treat yourself or find the perfect gift with earrings and bracelets for just $5.
T&C’s apply. Offer available on selected bracelets. See in-store for details.
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20% OFF*
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$19 2-Week Ultimate Reformer Pilates Trial*
Includes teacher-led classes, unlimited virtual workouts, infrared sauna sessions, bonus perks with no lock-in contract!
*Limited spots available. T&Cs apply.
Spend $20 or more at specialty retailers or $50 at Woolworths or BWS for your chance to win 1 of 8 $50 Burwood Plaza gift cards
Valid on any purchase 27 Jan - 17 Feb 2026. Entries close midnight 17th February 2026 AEDT. T&CS apply
getting here.
BY PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Burwood Train Station is within 1 minute walking distance. Access from Railway Parade
BY CAR
Burwood Plaza has free parking up to 2 hours. Enter from Wynne Avenue.
Terms and conditions apply. Shop2Win entries are only valid for purchases made at Burwood Plaza: $20 at specialty and $50 for Woolworths and BWS. Purchases must be made between 27th January and 17th February 2026 with entries in before midnight AEDT February 17th 2026. Entrants must be over the ages of 18years and NSW resident. 8 winners will be selected at random and contacted by email and instructed on collection of their prize. Fortune Cookie giveaways are only available from 1pm on event day Saturday 14th February until stocks last. Retailer offers are subject to availability and valid for a limited time. Offers may vary and change at the discretion of retailer - see in store for details. All data captured through this campaign is within the rights of our privacy policy