On January 28, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Niagara College will celebrate the Year of the Snake with its annual Lunar New Year Dinner in The Core at the Welland Campus.
Tickets for this exciting event are available for $20.00 CAD, offering guests the opportunity to enjoy a delicious Asian-inspired dinner prepared by Niagara College’s talented culinary students. The menu will feature a variety of traditional dishes crafted to celebrate the Lunar New Year, promising an unforgettable dining experience.
In addition to the delicious meal, the evening will be filled with entertainment, including fun games and exciting prizes for attendees. Guests can also capture memories of the celebration at the vibrant photo booth, adding to the festive atmosphere.
Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is celebrated across Asia and marks the beginning of a new year following the traditional lunar calendar. In 2025, the festival starts on January 29. Traditionally, it honours gods and ancestors and symbolizes the end of winter and the arrival of spring, representing new beginnings. Customs and traditions vary by region, but decorating homes in red to attract good luck, fortune, and protection is a widely observed practice.
Niagara College proudly celebrates the diverse cultural traditions of its student body. For over 20 years, NC has hosted Lunar New Year events, welcoming students and guests to join in honoring this important holiday.
By celebrating its multicultural student community with events like the Lunar New Year Dinner, Niagara College continues to bring the world to Niagara.
Support from Simplii Financial
NC’s Lunar New Year dinner is sponsored by Simplii Financial. In the fall of 2023, the College announced a $1 million sponsorship from Simplii to expand recreation and engagement opportunities for students, across sports, extra-curricular programming, and events that celebrate NC’s rich cultural diversity.
