" The Moving Moon Went Up The Sky
And Nowhere Did Abide
Softly She Was Going Up
And A Star Or Two Beside "
2019
Come And Enjoy This Wonderful Festival
About This Event
The event will be held for two days during 14th and 15th of September in Manchester Chinatown. The location we have chosen for this event will be in NCP car park situated in the centre of Chinatown .
Free Entry
Food & Drink
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Festive Market
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Workshop
This event will bring together the cultural and atmosphere of the Moon Festival which is a National celebration in China. During the 2 day celebrations, participants will be able to emerse themselves in the colourful displays of lanterns and a variety of foods related to this event.
We will also be hosting moon cake making activities along with many other activities to bring this occasion alive right in the heart of Manchester.
We hope to welcome you to this event and let us give you a glimpse of this Festivity.
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Date:
14/09/2019 - 15/09/2019
Time:
12:00 p.m. - 20:00 p.m.
A Traditional Chinese Festival
What Is Moon Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a harvest festival celebrated notably by the Chinese People.
The festival is held on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar with full moon at night, corresponding to late September to early October of the Gregorian calendar with a full moon at night.
The festival celebrates three fundamental concepts that are closely connected:
- Gathering, such as family and friends coming together, or harvesting crops for the festival. It's said the moon is the brightest and roundest on this day which means family reunion. Consequently, this is the main reason why the festival is thought to be important.
- Thanksgiving, to give thanks for the harvest, or for harmonious unions
- Praying (asking for conceptual or material satisfaction), such as for babies, a spouse, beauty, longevity, or for a good future
Traditions and myths surrounding the festival are formed around these concepts, although traditions have changed over time due to changes in technology, science, economy, culture, and religion.It's about well being together.
Manchester Moon Festival 2019
Manchester China Town proud to bring you the Manchester Moon Festival 2019. The 15th of the eighth month every year of the lunar calendar marks the day when Chinese celebrate the mid-autumn day, or as known as Moon Festival. This year Chinese Global Network (CGN), alongside of Manchester City Council co-ordinates the Manchester Moon Festival 2019 to bring the celebratory atmosphere of this tradition Chinese festival to Manchester China Town. Apart from the variance of delicious Chinese food, you will also be able to learn how to make the traditional moon cake and Chinese lanterns. You and your family will have the fantastic opportunities to take part in our interactive workshops to allow you to learn the traditional culture and arts. So why wait, come and join us between 13th and 14th of September 2019 at Faulkner Street, Manchester to enjoy this fantastic transitional Chinese festival.
Why Do Chinese Celebrate Moon Festival?
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a harvest festival celebrated notably by the Chinese People.
The festival is held on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar with full moon at night, corresponding to late September to early October of the Gregorian calendar with a full moon at night.
The festival celebrates three fundamental concepts that are closely connected:
Gathering, such as family and friends coming together, or harvesting crops for the festival. It's said the moon is the brightest and roundest on this day which means family reunion. Consequently, this is the main reason why the festival is thought to be important.
Thanksgiving, to give thanks for the harvest, or for harmonious unions
Praying (asking for conceptual or material satisfaction), such as for babies, a spouse, beauty, longevity, or for a good future
Traditions and myths surrounding the festival are formed around these concepts, although traditions have changed over time due to changes in technology, science, economy, culture, and religion. It's about well being together.
