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Moon Festival at Darling Square


Darling Square is set to sparkle this spring with a two-week Moon Festival celebration, running from Saturday 27 September to Sunday 12 October 2025.

Honouring gratitude, family and connection, the precinct will be transformed with glowing lantern installations, illuminated lion dancing, live entertainment, family-friendly workshops, and delicious festival specials from some of Sydney’s favourite eateries.

Moon Festival at Darling Square

Darling Square Moon Festival
Darling Square Moon Festival


The Moon Festival, also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival, is one of the most cherished celebrations across Asia. Traditionally, a time to give thanks for the harvest, today it’s all about gathering with loved ones, admiring the full moon, and sharing mooncakes.

Foodies won’t want to miss the limited-edition treats and menus on offer, including:

  • XOPP by Golden Century’s handcrafted modern mooncakes with indulgent fillings.

  • 15cenchi’s Salted Egg Mochi Moon Cheesecake, back by popular demand.

  • Lilong by Taste of Shanghai’s exclusive puff pastry mooncakes in sweet and savoury flavours.

  • Gelato Messina’s festival flavour, Over the Moon, features red dates, caramel, lava custard and mooncake crumbs.

  • Hello Auntie’s curated banquet menus for sharing.

  • 789 KBBQ’s complimentary chicken thighs with a spend of $150 or more.

  • Auvers Dining’s seafood tower special and kids-eat-free Sundays.

Adding to the magic, hundreds of lanterns will illuminate Darling Square each night.

Darling Square Moon Festival
Darling Square Moon Festival


Lion dancing will light up the square on Saturdays 27 September, 4 and 11 October at 6:30 pm, while live music will set the mood every Saturday and Sunday evening. Kids can get hands-on with mooncake clay-making, lantern painting, and scavenger hunts throughout the festival.

With its glowing atmosphere, cultural traditions, and incredible food, Moon Festival at Darling Square is a celebration not to be missed.

Where:   Darling Square, Darling Harbour
When:    Saturday 27 September - Sunday 12 October 2025
Cost:      FREE

For more information, visit Darling Square.

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