Celebrate the Lunar New Year 2026 at Sutton Central Library!
Saturday 14 February 2026 at 1:00PM
Sutton Central Library
Event Description
Join us for a vibrant afternoon of culture, tradition, and family fun as we celebrate the Year of the Horse. Sutton Central Library is proud to be the heart of this year’s Community Celebration, hosting an array of performances and interactive activities for all ages.
Highlights at the Library
1:00 PM – Grand Opening Ceremony Witness the spectacular "Brightening of the Lion's Eyes" (點睛) ceremony to kick off the festivities, followed by a series of high-energy performances:
- Traditional Lion Dance ![]()
- Traditional Chinese Music ![]()
- Cantonese Storytelling ![]()
- Pop Dance & Tai Chi Performances ![]()
Interactive Game Stalls & Crafting The 2nd floor will be transformed into a festive hub featuring:
- Game Stalls: Test your skills and learn about Lunar New Year traditions.
- Crafting Stalls: Create your own festive decorations to take home.
- Stamp Card Challenge: Start your journey here! Collect stamps at our library game stalls to unlock exclusive discounts at the Festival Markets and redeem a special gift at Oru Space.
The Wider Festival
The celebration continues across Sutton High Street until 5:30 PM! Once you’ve enjoyed the library activities, head over to our partner venues:
St. Nicholas Shopping Centre: Visit the expanded Festival Market for unique gifts and treats.
Oru Space: Explore the Education & Careers Expo, enjoy the Hot Food Market, and redeem your completed Stamp Card for an exclusive 3D-printed festive gift (while stocks last).
This event is brought to you by Sutton Celebration in collaboration with Sutton Library, People Arise Now, Ednovate, and iFast Global Bank.
We look forward to celebrating the New Year with you at the Library!
When
1:00PM - 4:00PM
Saturday 14 February 2026
Where
Gallery, 2nd Floor
Sutton Central Library
St Nicholas Way
Sutton
Google Maps
Bookings
This event has concluded. It's a little too late to make a booking!
Map
Similarly Named Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhymetime in Sutton Central Library | Tomorrow at 11:15AM | Sutton Central Library | Ages 0-5 | |
| Rhymetime in Sutton Central Library | 11 May 2026 at 11:15AM | Sutton Central Library | Ages 0-5 | |
| Rhymetime in Sutton Central Library | 12 May 2026 at 11:15AM | Sutton Central Library | Ages 0-5 | |
| Sutton Central Chess Club | 12 May 2026 at 1:00PM | Sutton Central Library | ||
| Rhymetime in Sutton Central Library | 13 May 2026 at 11:15AM | Sutton Central Library | Ages 0-5 | |
| Sutton Soundscapes | 14 May 2026 at 3:45PM | Wallington Library |
Teens Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Soundscapes | 14 May 2026 at 3:45PM | Wallington Library | ||
| Sutton Soundscapes | 21 May 2026 at 3:45PM | Wallington Library | ||
| Sutton Soundscapes | 4 June 2026 at 3:45PM | Wallington Library | ||
| Game Night at the Library | 4 June 2026 at 5:00PM | Sutton Central Library | ||
| Sutton Soundscapes | 11 June 2026 at 3:45PM | Wallington Library | ||
| Sutton Soundscapes | 18 June 2026 at 3:45PM | Wallington Library |
Local Heritage & History Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitehall Historic House Tours | 9 May 2026 at 12:00PM | Whitehall Historic House | ||
| Family History Group | 9 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Circle Library | ||
| Interestingly Different at Whitehall Historic House | 16 May 2026 at 9:00AM | Whitehall Historic House | ||
| Beans and Bloom Special Saturday Opening for Cheam Charter Fair | 16 May 2026 at 9:30AM | Whitehall Historic House | ||
| The Tudor Takeover: Whitehall’s Charter Fair Unleashed | 16 May 2026 at 10:00AM | Whitehall Historic House | ||
| Community Dye Garden Project: Threads of Awareness Bunting | 16 May 2026 at 10:00AM | Whitehall Historic House |
Kids Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhymetime in Worcester Park Library | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | Worcester Park Library | Ages 0-5 | |
| Stay & Play - (Term time only) | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | The Grange Play Centre | Ages 0-5 | |
| Nature Hunt | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | Manor Park | Ages 2-5 | |
| Mini Explorers | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | Wallington Children’s Centre | Ages 1-2.5 | |
| Infant Feeding coffee group | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | Wallington Family Hub Inside The Phoenix Leisure Centre | Ages 0-1 | |
| Honeywood Mice | Tomorrow at 10:15AM | Honeywood Museum | Ages 0-3 |
Diversity & Inclusion Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensory Room | Tomorrow at 1:00PM | Carshalton Family Hub & Children’s Centre | Ages 0-8 | FULL |
| Sensory Room | Tomorrow at 2:00PM | Carshalton Family Hub & Children’s Centre | Ages 0-8 | FULL |
| Sensory Room | Tomorrow at 3:00PM | Carshalton Family Hub & Children’s Centre | Ages 0-8 | |
| Sensory Room | Tomorrow at 4:00PM | Carshalton Family Hub & Children’s Centre | Ages 0-8 | FULL |
| Swar Sathi: Voices of Connection - Free Music Workshops | 10 May 2026 at 1:30PM | Sutton Central Library | ||
| Cheam Library Computer Group | 11 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Cheam Library |
Culture & Creativity Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stay & Play - (Term time only) | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | The Grange Play Centre | Ages 0-5 | |
| Honeywood Mice | Tomorrow at 10:15AM | Honeywood Museum | Ages 0-3 | |
| Poetry Book Event and Free Open Mic | 9 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Whitehall Historic House | ||
| Our Feelings Treasure Box | 9 May 2026 at 2:30PM | Sutton Central Library | Ages 5-9 | FULL |
| Swar Sathi: Voices of Connection - Free Music Workshops | 10 May 2026 at 1:30PM | Sutton Central Library | ||
| Cat and Hutch - Story Explorers! | 11 May 2026 at 10:00AM | Wallington Library |
Community Group Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Age UK - Dementia Cafe | Tomorrow at 10:00AM | Sutton Central Library | ||
| Bridge Club | Tomorrow at 2:00PM | Worcester Park Library | ||
| Family Sign Classes | 9 May 2026 at 10:00AM | Sutton Central Library | ||
| Family History Group | 9 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Circle Library | ||
| Swar Sathi: Voices of Connection - Free Music Workshops | 10 May 2026 at 1:30PM | Sutton Central Library | ||
| Stay & Play | 11 May 2026 at 10:00AM | Shanklin Community Centre | Ages 0-5 |
Adults Events
| EVENT NAME | Date | LOCATION | Age restriction | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poetry Book Event and Free Open Mic | 9 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Whitehall Historic House | ||
| Cheam Library Computer Group | 11 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Cheam Library | ||
| Honeywood Reading Group | 14 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Honeywood Museum | ||
| Age UK Sutton Dementia Hub Drop in | 18 May 2026 at 11:00AM | Westcroft Library | ||
| Cheam Library Computer Group | 18 May 2026 at 2:00PM | Cheam Library | ||
| Stories on a Plate: Community Cookbook Workshop | 20 May 2026 at 1:00PM | Sutton Central Library | Adult Event |