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Brought to you by Y Teulu Teg. Wales' first ever lunar new year, brought to you by the queer East/Southeast Asian community in Wales.
Queering Lunar New Year is an annual duo-event which aims to showcase the celebration of Lunar New Year defined by the Queer ESEA folks.
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What is Queering Lunar New Year?
What is Queering Lunar New Year?
Queering Lunar New Year Project is Wales' first ever lunar new year event group, brought to you by the queer East/Southeast Asian (ESEA) community in Wales. Queering Lunar New Year is an annual dual-event which aims to showcase the culture of Lunar New Year as defined by the queer ESEA folks through the form of a feast and festival. Each event focuses on different aspect of Lunar New Year celebration. The FEAST highlights the gastronomical aspect of the celebration, which to many who celebrate see as the core-spirit part of the occasion. Whereas the FEST is an exhibition of storytelling through the form of performance, cultural exchange, story sharing and craft selling.
Goals and Objectives
Goals and Objectives
Why QLNY Exists
Culture Showcasing
Culture Showcasing
As much as culture shapes who we are, we also shape the culture we call our own. At QLNY, we proudly showcase a culture that is both queer and ESEA.
Platforming Queer ESEA Talents
Platforming Queer ESEA Talents
Often overlooked in mainstream media, QLNY creates a platform to challenge stereotypes and represent intersectionalities.
Safe Space for Queer ESEA Individuals
Safe Space for Queer ESEA Individuals
Sometimes it's not all about educating allies, it's also about having a space where your identities can co-exist and you can feel safe in.
Community Building
Community Building
Finding kindred souls and calling our shared space home.
The Concept
The Concept
THE FEAST
THE FEAST
Draig Feast a smaller scale get-together to share cozy moments together with our chosen family all whilst sharing the food made with love. The Feast aims to replicate 'the reunion dinner', striving to provide a safe space for those who celebrate.
THE FEST(IVAL)
THE FEST(IVAL)
Draig Fest is all about story-telling and culture showcasing. The festival features performances, vibrant cultural exchanges, and heartfelt story-sharing, bringing people closer with colours and tears.
Our Team
Our Team
The fantastic and dedicated team behind Queering Lunar New Year.
JIEN (they/them)
JIEN (they/them)
Finance Director
JIA WEI (he/they)
JIA WEI (he/they)
Operations Director
BEA YEN (she/they)
BEA YEN (she/they)
Head Artist and Volunteer Director
JAE HEE (she/her)
JAE HEE (she/her)
Creative Assistant and Wellbeing Officer
LAIKA (he/him)
LAIKA (he/him)
Performer, Stallholder and Workshop Liaison
AIMAN (she/they)
AIMAN (she/they)
Host, Committee Wellbeing Officer
ANH THU (they/them)
ANH THU (they/them)
Consultant
THROW BACK TO QLNY 2024
WE ASKED WHAT OUR ATTENDEES THOUGHT ABOUT DRAIG FEST 2024. AND THIS IS WHAT THEY SAID.
'I felt it was very welcoming and accepting.'
'Event was lovely, and was great to see all the artists and performances! I enjoyed the artist stalls and acts.'
'I love how fun and engaging the event is, its a good balance between hosting workshops, performances, and craft stalls! I also appreciate the spokesperson encouraging the audience visiting the craft stalls and signposting the relevant workshops.'
'An amazing inclusive space'
'Fun and educational!'
'Really lovely event! '
'people were really kind and supportive. :)'
QUEERING LNY 2025: The Year of Snake
QUEERING LNY 2025: The Year of Snake
Queering Lunar New Year 2025 is set to be yet another exciting celebration of Lunar New Year. Our aim this year remains steadfast -- to create a safe space for our queer ESEA (East and Southeast Asian) folks in a context where we rarely associate queerness with. For many, Lunar New Year is a time of family gatherings that can sometimes feel unwelcoming due to blatant queerphobia and/or transphobia. QLNY bridges this gap, creating an affirming environment where tradition and queerness can indeed coexist harmoniously.
As we welcome the Year of the Wood Snake, we’re excited to continue QLNY’s core offerings:
The Feast: A communal dining experience that honours the flavours and traditions of Lunar New Year with a queer-inclusive lens.
The Festival: A cultural showcase featuring performances, workshops, and interactive activities that celebrate both ESEA heritage and LGBTQIA+ identity.
What’s new for 2025?
In 2025, we’re building on the foundation of last year's success. Aiming to further amplify underrepresented voices, foster connections, and expand the celebration’s reach.
Our theme for 2025: REGENERATION AND RECLAMATION
Regeneration and Reclamation as inspired by the year of the Snake -- an emblem of transformation and renewal in the lunar zodiac. Spring represents renewal and rebirth and as queer ESEA people, we are proudly reclaiming our identities and celebrating them unapologeticaly with the diaspora.
Why Partner with QLNY?
Impact: Align your organisation with an initiative that fosters inclusivity and celebrates diversity in the growing ESEA and queer communities.
Visibility: Gain exposure to a passionate, engaged audience through our in-person events and digital campaigns.
Legacy: Be part of reshaping cultural narratives, proving that tradition and modern identities can coexist beautifully.
Join us in making QLNY 2025 an unforgettable celebration. Together, we’ll create a space where everyone feels seen, valued, and celebrated.
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