WHAT IS THE Tết 2026 NEW YEARS MARKET?

Tết is the most important festival in Vietnam, celebrating the Lunar New Year and marking the arrival of spring.

a grand celebration! ushering in the year of the horse with family and renewal.

CLICK HERE TO RESERVE TICKETS FOR THE
ENTIRE FAMILY!

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FAQ

WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT THE TET 2026 NEW YEAR MARKET?

THE TET 2026 MARKET IS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT THAT LANDS ON THE FAMILY DAY WEEKEND. YOU CAN EXPECT:

🛍️ a vivid marketplace

🧒 kid zone (think BOUNCY CASTLES, DANCING and crafts!)

🇻🇳 interactive cultural experiences – LEARN ABOUT VIET CULTURE!

🍜 delicious eats

🎵 live DJ

📸 photo ops AND MORE!

DO I NEED TO BUY TICKETS?

YES! ALL PROCEEDS OF TICKET SALES GO TO OUR NON-PROFIT SPROUT ORGANIZATION TO ENSURE ITS CULTURAL EVENTS ARE SUCCESSFUL AND ANNUAL.

TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED ONLINE (LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT CORNER OF OUR WEBSITE) OR AT THE DOOR.

ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS CAN BE APPLIED

ARE STROLLERS AND ALL AGES PERMITTED?

YES! THIS IS A FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT FOR ALL AGES

ARE PETS PERMITTED?

ONLY SERVICE ANIMALS ARE PERMITTED INTO THE CONVENTION CENTRE.

IS THIS EVENT FULLY ACCESSIBLE?

Yes, the Hamilton Convention Centre is fully accessible, offering features like direct elevator access from underground parking, wide hallways, accessible restrooms, and on-site wheelchairs, ensuring a barrier-free experience for all guests.

Where can I park?

Hamilton Convention Centre Garage: directly connected via elevator to the Centre.

Nearby Alternatives

  • Jackson Square Parkade: just a short walk away.
  • Municipal Car Park 40 (City Hall): Another large municipal lot nearby.
  • Street Parking: Pay-and-display options are available on surrounding streets.

Is there a vendor list or entertainment schedule?

Yes! This will be posted on our Instagram and website closer to the event date. Follow us to stay up-to-date!
Follow us on our instagram for live updates and stories @luckylion_tet
Subscribe to our website for more events and full FAQ www.luckylionnightmarket.ca

DO VENDORS ACCEPT CASH OR CARD?

THIS WILL VARY BASED ON THE VENDOR. PLEASE BRING CASH IN CASE. THERE WILL BE ATMS ON SITE

CAN I APPLY TO BE A PART OF THE EVENT?

YES! WE ARE LOOKING FOR VENDORS (FOOD (ELECTRIC COOKING ONLY OR PRE-PACKAGED), CREATIVE MERCHANTS, PERFORMERS AND VOLUNTEERS! WE ALSO ACCEPT SPONSORS ESPECIALLY LOCAL BUSINESSES! WE ARE PRIMARILY LOOKING TO SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES (VIETNAMESE OWNERS OR NOT – ALL ARE WELCOME), CREATIVITY AND THOSE WITH SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE! CLICK APPLY NOW ON THE TOP RIGHT CORNER OF THE WEBSITE.

I’M ALREADY A VENDOR AT LUCKY LION NIGHT MARKET. CAN I GET A DISCOUNTed vendor fee?

YES! CONTACT US FOR DETAILS AND SPECIAL HAMILTON BUNDLES FOR ALL VENDORS!

Is re-entry allowed?

Yes! Same-day re-entry is allowed. 

Do I get free admission if I wear an Ao Dai?

Yes! If you arrive wearing a traditional Ao Dai, you will receive free entry to the market. Pre-registration is not required. You must register at the door.

Do you offer student discounts?

Current students from McMaster University, Mohawk College and Columbia International College (show student ID at the door only) get $5 off their ticket price at the door. This is not applicable to online ticket sales.  

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