Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Mooncake Festival or Moon Festival, is one of China's biggest holidays
It was last held in 2019, but next weekend, Manchester Moon Festival will return for three days of celebrations.
Here in Manchester, the free-to-attend event will encompass a host of activities, including the infamous Chinese Lion Dancing where visitors can take part as a Lion Dancer and admire the art and craftmanship up close.Other activities over the three days include a Street King-Fu session led by an experienced Kung-Fu master where visitors can learn a move or two. There will also be the chance to spot the festival's mascot, Moon-Caky, who will we strolling around China Town.
Topping things off, there will also be a host of gift and goods stalls in the venue selling Chinese Lanterns along with other traditional and modern gifts.
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