Gutom Staff LUNAR NEW YEAR
METROPOLIS AT METROTOWN BURNABY
FREE EVENT
It’s back! Lunar New Year at Metropolis at Metrotown with month long free events for Year of the Horse! The Dumpling Eating contest is back. Sponsored by T&T. Dumplings from T&T are yummy!
Feb 2 – Mar 3 | Lantern Riddles
Feb 2 – Mar 3 | Vitality Exhibition by Chinatown Storytelling Centre
Feb 7 | Calligraphy demonstration
Feb 7 – 11 | Celebrate Lunar New Year with LEGO Play!
Feb 14 & 15 | Arts and Crafts
Feb 18 | Spend $200 and get $20 reward + Gift with Purchase (while supplies last)
Feb 21 | Lion dance performance, learn how to lion dance, mall blessing, God of Fortune
Feb 22 | Various performances and dumpling eating contest
Feb 28 – Mar 1 | Big Spin Activation by BCLC
Celebrate Lunar New Year with LEGO Play!
A Pop-Up Activation. Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Horse with an interactive Lego Pop-Up Activation at the MET!
Event Dates
Pop-up: February 7 – 11, 2026
Hours: Daily during regular centre operating hours
Location: Lower Level, Grand CourtExperiences
Photo Opportunity: Capture festive memories with Lego displays
Build Lego Couplets: Create and take home your own Lego couplets
Wishing Tree: Share your wishes for the New Year
Lego Branded Lucky Envelope Giveaway: Receive a festive surpriseBring your family and friends to enjoy hands-on activities, take home your creations, and celebrate the Lunar New Year in a colorful, fun, and interactive way with Lego!
The Dumpling Eating Contest
Check out the 2025 video
February 22, 2026.
Think you’ve got what it takes? Celebrate Lunar New Year by putting your appetite to the test in our 2026 Dumpling Eating Contest for a chance to win exciting prizes!
Date: Feb 22
Time: 1:45pm
Location: Lower Level – Grand CourtEvent Details
Join us for a fun and high-energy Dumpling Eating Contest as part of our 2026 Lunar New Year celebrations. Participants will compete for the title while enjoying a festive atmosphere and cheering crowd.
Prizes
$100 in T&T Gift Cards + $100 in MET Gift Cards + a T&T Gift Basket valued at $100 = Total value at $300
How to Enter
Participation is limited and advance registration is required.Sign up by completing the registration form, click this LINK to complete this registration form. The registration form will close on February 16.
https://www.metropolisatmetrotown.com/events/dumpling-eating-contest/
Shaolin Kung Fu Demonstration
February 22
Experience the power, precision, and excitement of Shaolin Kung Fu at the MET! Watch skilled performers showcase their martial arts techniques in two action-packed sessions, perfect for families and kids to enjoy.
- Date: February 22
- Time: 1 PM & 4 PM (2 sessions)
- Duration: 30 minutes per session
- Location: Grand Court
Shaolin Kung Fu performances are not only visually impressive but also teach important values such as focus, respect, and perseverance, making it an inspiring experience for kids and adults alike. Families are encouraged to arrive early to secure the best viewing spots and enjoy the full energy of the Lunar New Year celebrations at the MET.
