#FIRSTLOOK: YORKDALE LUNAR NEW YEAR 2026 CELEBRATION

Following the preview, Yorkdale Shopping Centre is hosting Year of the Horse celebrations with a vibrant Lunar New Year installation and cultural events on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Some highlights:

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At the heart of the experience is Yorkdale’s 15-ft-tall Fire Horse sculpture, positioned in the central corridor between H&M and Zara. Illuminated from within, the sculpture blends modern technology with the spirit of fire, creating a sense of warmth, energy and optimism for the year ahead.

The immersive Golden Gates offer an additional Lunar New Year photo moment and are located between Holt Renfrew and Bottega Veneta. Guests can experience intricately designed archways paired with a statement runway celebrating the Year of the Horse, creating a must-see destination and high-impact visual moment.

The celebration will come to life with a community-focused program featuring a lion dance performance at 5:00 pm in Simons Court, which will include a traditional eye dotting ceremony, drum routine and a Kung Fu demonstration. Mayor Olivia Chow will participate in the Eye Dotting ceremony and deliver remarks.

WHAT

Yorkdale’s Lunar New Year Celebration & Year of the Horse Installation

WHERE

Yorkdale Shopping Centre, 3401 Dufferin Street, Toronto, ON M6A 2T9

Year of the Horse sculpture: Central Corridor by H&M

Golden Gates installation: Between Holt Renfrew and Bottega Veneta

WHEN

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Cultural performances at 5:00 pm in Simons Court

(The installation opened to the public February 10)

Yorkdale is also offering a Lunar New Year gift with purchase. Guests who present same-day receipts totaling $500 or more can receive a festive Lunar New Year item, while quantities last. Details are available at Guest Experience.

#FIRSTLOOK: YORKDALE SHOPPING CENTRE UNVEIL YEAR OF THE SNAKE CELEBRATIONS

Yorkdale Shopping Centre is featuring some of the most extensive Lunar New Year experiences and exclusives to mark the Year of the Snake in style.

Measuring an impressive thirty-feet tall, twenty-feet wide and made entirely of sustainable materials, Toronto’s largest indoor Year of the Snake installation is presiding over shoppers in the East Court until February 12. The green hues of the geometric serpent reflect the elegance of jade, attracting prosperity, warding off misfortune, and symbolizing luck, growth and renewal.

The Golden Gateway delivers an immersive visual experience for photos and videos, located near Tiffany & Co. Until February 12, guests can walk through golden archways and a stunning, custom-designed Year of the Snake runway adorned with florals and snakes that beautifully intertwine tradition and modern artistry.

“Lunar New Year is one of the most significant gift-giving events in many Asian cultures. We know from experience that our guests expect some Toronto’s most engaging experiences in addition to our unrivaled array of global brands that often release exclusive, limited edition Lunar New Year collections,” says Rachael Tang, Marketing Manager, Yorkdale Shopping Centre.

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Lion Dance & Eye-Dotting Ceremony

A traditional Lion Dance and procession, led by one of Canada’s premier lion dance teams, will begin at 3 pm on Sunday, February 2. The ceremony will be held at the Year of the Snake sculpture in East Court and include the marking of the eyes of the Lion. Traditional scrolls and envelopes will be distributed to the public at this event.

Gift Giving at Yorkdale

Discover Yorkdale’s curated gift guide featuring beautiful luxurious collections at the Centre of Style to bring prosperity and joy this Lunar New Year, including offerings from Tiffany & Co., LOEWE and more.

See here for a full list of offerings.

Culinary and Experiential

Shoppers can treat their tastebuds to exquisite tastes by ordering off the special Lunar New Year menus from some of Toronto’s favorite dining establishments.

Delysees

· Exclusive Lunar New Year Box Sets featuring unique flavors

o Pure Mini Matcha Dome- pistachio macaron (green)

o Roasted Hazelnut Dome- hazelnut macaron (brown)

o Vanilla Honey cake Dome- caramel macaron (white)

o Fresh lychee Rose Dome – raspberry macron (red)

Yu Seafood

· Dried Oyster & Fat Choy Taro Cake

· Ham & Dried Scallop Radish Cake

· Prosperity Coconut Rice Cake

#FIRSTLOOK: YORKDALE LUNAR NEW YEAR DRAGON INSTALLATION 2024

YORKDALE SHOPPING CENTRE will be home to Toronto’s largest Lunar New Year art installation featuring a massive 40-foot dragon! When the installation is open to the public on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 guests are welcome to post photos on Instagram, tag @yorkdalestyle and add the hashtag #YorkdaleLNY for the chance to win a $888 Yorkdale Shopping Spree each week.

The installation is situated in the East Wing of Yorkdale Shopping Centre, between Canada Goose and Birks. If you were lucky enough to check-out the WONKA’S SWEET ESCAPE installation over the Holidays, this is located right there!

Some sneak peeks:

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