Buddha's Day & Multicultural Festival

Buddha's Day & Multicultural Festival

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Posted 2023-05-15 by Vanessafollow

Fri 19 May 2023 - Sun 21 May 2023

VICTORIA'S LARGEST AND MOST POPULAR MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL RETURNS THIS MAYThe much-loved, annual returns to Federation Square over three big days - 19-21 May 2023 with a stunning showcase of arts, music, multicultural performances, workshops and Buddhist ceremonies.Entry is FREE and all are welcome to join in the vibrant festivities including the first-ever Firework Displays running on Friday & Saturday nights!
Presented by Fo Guang Shan Melbourne and Buddha's Light International Association of Victoria (BLIA VIC), this major festival is recognised as one of Victoria's largest and most popular multicultural festivals. People of all ages and backgrounds are invited to come along and celebrate our multicultural society and commemorate the birth of Buddha.
Held at Federation Square, the Buddha's Day and Multicultural Festival will run for three exciting days from Friday 19th to Sunday 21st May.Join the festival from 6pm on Friday 19th May for the Light It Up Opening Ceremony, featuring cultural performances from the Chinese Youth Society of Melbourne, National Boys Choir and Wadaiko Rindo as well as traditional Buddhist Ceremonies by Venerables of Fo Guang Shan and guest speakers. The Ceremony will culminate with an incredible multi-media fireworks show bringing the iconic Square to life as never before seen.
Across the weekend, Festival patrons can participate in cultural ceremonies, activities and performances. Enjoy guided meditation, including the popular Buddhist Ch'an Meditation in the Lotus Flower Sanctuary or venture into the Mindfulness Forest to calm the spirit and bathe the Buddha in the beautiful Lumbini Garden to purify the mind and cultivate wisdom.
Families with kids can engage in learning the art of Lion Dancing or pick a favourite character for face painting and play with Giant Bubbles. Over at the Federation Square main stage, all ages will enjoy the impressive lineup of performances from Victoria's best Multicultural Groups.
Start planning your experience today - view the full program and schedule of events at www.buddhaday.org.auEntry is FREE and all are welcome. No registration is required.

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!date 19/05/2023 -- 21/05/2023
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