Events Calendar
Events Calendar
✨ Today is Dōngzhì(冬至）| Winter Solstice✨
✨The Winter Solstice, the 22nd solar term in the traditional Chinese calendar, begins this year on December 21 and ends on January 5.
✨ On the first day of the Winter Solstice, the Northern Hemisphere experiences the shortest day and the longest night of the year, as the sun is directly over the Tropic of Capricorn. From then on, daylight hours gradually increase.
✨ The Winter Solstice was celebrated as a winter festival as early as the Han Dynasty (206 BC – AD 220), with observances officially organized by the court.
✨ Culinary traditions vary across China: northerners typically enjoy dumplings, while southerners savor tangyuan (sweet glutinous rice balls), wontons, rice cakes, or nine-layer cakes.
✨ As the saying goes, "The Winter Solstice is as significant as the Spring Festival," bringing warmth and togetherness into our lives.
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#ChinaCulturalCentreinSydney#dumplings#Chinesecalendar
✨ Zibo · Ancient Qi Culture & Famous BBQ
In Zibo, the legacy of ancient Qi State meets vibrant street energy. 🏺🔥
Museums tell its history; sizzling BBQ tells its present. 🍢😋
A city where culture burns bright—and so does the grill.
🌿 Zibo continues our Shandong City Series.
Friendly Shandong @travel_shandong
#Zibo #ZiboBBQ #ShandongTravel #AncientQi #FoodCulture
#淄博 #齐文化 #淄博烧烤 #ShandongSeries #ChinaTravel #Sydney #chinaculturalcentreinsydney #sydneylife
🌾 Zhejiang Archaeology & Chinese Civilization
Myth of Rice Cultivation — Online Exhibition Now Live! ☁️✨
Discover the origins of Chinese rice culture.
Explore ancient Zhejiang archaeology.
See artifacts, early rice findings, and cultural stories — all online. 🏺🌱
🖥️ Visit the exhibition:
👉 https://cccsydney.org/2025/11/27/zhejiang-archaeology-and-chinese-civilization-myth-of-rice-cultivation-global-cloud-exhibition-launched/
Join us and step into thousands of years of history.
#RiceCultivation #ChineseCivilization
#ZhejiangArchaeology #OnlineExhibition
#CloudExhibition #Archaeology #AncientChina
#DigitalMuseum #CultureHeritage
#ChinaCulturalCentreSydney
🎾 2026 United Cup: China’s National Tennis Team Takes the Stage! 🇨🇳🔥
Get ready! On January 3rd, 2026, China’s National Tennis Team will take to the court for their opening match at the 2026 United Cup!
Come cheer for Team China and witness every thrilling point, every powerful swing, and every unforgettable moment on the Australian courts! 🏆💥
🎟️ Tickets On Sale Now!
📅 Match Dates: January 3 & 4, 2026
🎫 Scan the QR code for an extra 30% OFF your ticket purchase!
Don’t miss this limited-time offer — grab your seats and support Team China in person!
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🎬 Film Screening: 万里归途 / Home Coming
What to do next Friday🙌
Join us at the China Cultural Centre (Sydney) for a film screening. Next Friday! Mark your calendar!
Directed by Rao Xiaozhi, starring Zhang Yi, Wang Junkai, and Yin Tao, this film follows the journey of two diplomats caught in the chaos of war. They risk their lives to evacuate stranded compatriots, fighting against the flames of war and the guns of rebel forces to bring their people home. 🌍💥
📅 When: Fri, 19 Dec 2025, 6:00 PM (doors open 5:30)
📍 Where: China Cultural Centre, Level 1, 151 Castlereagh St, Sydney
🎟️ Free entry – Reserve your spot now! 👀Link in Bio👀
#HomeComing #万里归途 #ChinaCulturalCentre #SydneyEvent #FilmScreening #WarDrama #TrueStories #CourageInTheFaceOfWar #DiplomacyAndSacrifice #sydney #chinaculturalcentreinsydney #sydneylife #thingstodo
🎨 A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the opening of the Yongle Palace Murals Art Exhibition! 🙏✨
We warmly welcome you to experience the stunning murals from the Yuan Dynasty (13th–14th century), celebrated for their grandeur, intricate craftsmanship, and vibrant colors. 🖼️🌟
The exhibition includes:
🖌️ A handcrafted reproduction of ‘Chaoyuan Tu’
👗 Mural costume & object reconstructions
🎨 Displays of mineral pigments
📸 Architectural photography of Yongle Palace
🤖 AI-assisted digital restoration
🎎 Intangible cultural heritage products from Yuncheng
Hurry, the exhibition runs only until 16th January 2026 — don’t miss the chance to witness this masterpiece of ancient Chinese art! 🗓️
📅 When: Now – 16 Jan 2026
⏰Opening Time: Mon–Fri, 10am–1pm & 2pm–5pm (Closed public holidays)
📍 Where: China Cultural Centre, Level 1, 151 Castlereagh St, Sydney
🎟️ Free entry – No reservation needed!
#YonglePalace #GrandOpening #ChineseArt #MuralsExhibition #CulturalHeritage #ArtExhibition #SydneyEvents #AncientArt #YuanDynasty #CulturalCentre #IntangibleHeritage
✨ Today is Dàxuě (大雪) | Major Snow❄️
In the traditional 24 Solar Terms, Dàxuě marks the deepening of winter —
a time when snow grows heavier, nights grow quieter,
and stillness settles over the land. 🌨️🌙
But here in Sydney, the world feels entirely different.
Summer is in full swing: bright skies, warm air,
and long golden days stretching across the coast. 🌞🌊
Two hemispheres, two rhythms — one moment shared across cultures.
💬 As Dàxuě arrives, what signs of Sydney summer are you noticing?
#Daxue #MajorSnow #24SolarTerms #ChineseSolarTerms #SeasonalWisdom
#SouthernSeasons #SydneySummer #SeasonalHarmony #大雪 #节气
#ChinaCulturalCentreinSydney #SydneyLife #NatureRhythms
😍Discover what`s in December at CCC with upcoming events!
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✨ A Heartwarming Chinese Story Comes to Life on Stage! ✨
Sandpiper, Clam and Fish is a joyful, wordless children’s theatre show inspired by the beloved Chinese idiom about how conflict only leads to trouble — and how friendship can save the day. 🐦🐚🐟
Created by the China National Theatre for Children (CNTC) and hosted by the China Cultural Centre in Sydney, this playful production is perfect for kids and families. Expect bright visuals, gentle humour, and a touching message that audiences of all ages will enjoy.
📅 16 December 2025 — 4pm & 7pm
📍 Parramatta Riverside Theatre
🎟 FREE tickets are now available!
👉 Link in bio to book your seats.
Don’t miss this delightful family show where cooperation triumphs over conflict. See you at the theatre! ✨
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#familyfun #kidsevents #weekendfun #thingstodoinSydney
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