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Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site

Culture Days Mid-Autumn Festival Activities

October 4 @ 10:00 am - October 12 @ 4:00 pm

Free

Enjoy free Mid-Autumn Festival craft activities in the Chinese Bunkhouse, for Culture Days.

Red paper lanterns and playdough mooncakes

When: October 4 & 5, 11 & 12 (Sat & Sun) 10:00am – 4:00pm
Where: Chinese Bunkhouse

Step into the rich history and vibrant traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival!

Also known as the Mooncake Festival or Moon Festival, this annual holiday celebrates family, the harvest, and the beauty of the full moon. Observed on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, the festival is celebrated across many parts of Asia and features customs such as family gatherings, moon gazing, the sharing of mooncakes, and the lighting of lanterns.

Drop in to the Chinese Bunkhouse for FREE, family-friendly crafts:

  • Make your own paper red lantern, a symbol of good fortune, light, and prosperity.
  • Create a mooncake out of playdough! Mooncakes pastries are a symbol of the moon and are shared to express love and good wishes. Learn more about mooncakes here.

This is a perfect way to connect with the essence of the Mid-Autumn Festival and bring a piece of this vibrant cultural heritage home with you.

This event is part of Culture Days (September 19 – October 12, 2025), a national celebration that highlights the importance of arts, culture, and heritage across communities.

Details

Start:
October 4 @ 10:00 am
End:
October 12 @ 4:00 pm
Cost:
Free
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Venue

Britannia Shipyards National Historic Site
5180 Westwater Drive
Richmond, BC V7E6P3 Canada
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Phone:
604-238-8050