Join Chinatown Today for the return of Spirit of the Square! Honouring and celebrating the Hungry Ghost Festival, this community art fair will be held at the Chinatown Memorial Square on Sunday, August 18, from 3-6pm.
The Hungry Ghost festival is held on the 15th night of the seventh month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar, when the hell gates are opened and restless ghosts are free to roam among us for food and entertainment. As part of the entertainment for guests both living and dead, this year’s event will feature lion dance and kung fu demonstrations from Hon Hsing Athletic Club, mahjong, and karaoke. In addition, attendees can make crafts such as lanterns to guide lost souls, and share stories through the community story-mapping.
Event Details:
Spirit of the Square honours the Hungry Ghost Festival (鬼節 or 中元節) at the Chinese Memorial Square. The Hungry Ghost festival is held during the seventh month of the Chinese lunisolar calendar. During this time, the hell gates are opened and restless ghosts are free to roam among us for food and entertainment.
Throughout the day, we will have zine-making, community story-mapping, and other interactive activities hosted and facilitated by Chinatown Today and various artists in the community.
When: Sunday, August 18 from 3 to 6pm
Where: Chinatown Memorial Square next to 105 Keefer
Cost: Free!
COVID Safety Information
For the health and safety of all our community members (especially seniors, disabled and immunocompromised folks), we recommend that attendees wear masks.
Accessibility Information
Transit: Chinatown is accessible by bus and skytrain. The closest skytrain station is Stadium-Chinatown.
Parking: There is street and lot parking available in Chinatown, including Chinatown Plaza across the street.
Seating: Limited seating will be available. To ensure that seniors and those with accessibility needs are prioritized for seating, please consider bringing your own!
Bathrooms: There are public bathrooms in the Chinatown Plaza Mall and in International Village.
Venue accessibility: There is uneven pavement at the Chinatown Memorial Square.
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