Toronto, ON, August 18, 2025 – Fête Chinoise proudly announces the expansion of its 5th annual ‘Love at Mid-Autumn’ campaign, introducing new programming designed to engage Canadians from all backgrounds in celebrating the beauty and cultural heritage of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

A new highlight of the campaign this year is the National Art & Cololouring Contest, inviting people of all ages and cultural backgrounds across Canada to draw and colour lanterns, a traditional symbol of hope and warmth in many Asian cultures. Selected entries and winners will be featured at the upcoming Community Celebration: “A Mid-Autumn Night’s Dream” on September 27, 2025, in Downtown Markham.

Contest prizes are generously supported by Pandora and Ferris Wheel Press. The deadline for submissions is September 20, 2025. Contest materials and entry details are available at www.fetechinoise.ca/love-at-midautumn-2025-art-contest.

“A Mid-Autumn Night’s Dream” will take place at the Pride of Canada Carousel on September 27, 2025, from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Guests can look forward to an enchanting evening featuring live performances by the Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra alongside local performers, as well as carousel rides and a variety of family-friendly activities. The festive atmosphere will include delicious food and a lively marketplace showcasing local vendors, along with photo opportunities to capture the spirit of the occasion. An art exhibition will highlight the winning entries from the National Art & Colouring Contest, and interactive stations will invite guests to enjoy lantern riddles, colouring, crafts, and more. Families and community members are warmly invited to celebrate the joy and traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival together.

Tickets for the event are now available at www.fetechinoise.ca, priced at $28 per person or $50 for a two-person package. Children aged 12 and under receive free General Admission and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Each ticket includes carousel rides, complimentary food samples from select partner exhibitors, a limited-edition Mid-Autumn sticker set by Fête Chinoise, and a curated gift bag featuring cultural keepsakes and offerings from event partners. Tickets are limited, and advance purchase is highly recommended.

Fête Chinoise Founder and Editor-in-Chief, Deborah Lau-Yu, shares, “We’re thrilled to share our beautiful artwork with families across Canada, inviting people of all backgrounds to connect with the rich stories and traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival. We look forward to welcoming everyone to Downtown Markham for a magical evening celebrating heritage, creativity, and community, bringing the festival spirit to our generation.”

Daniella Commisso, Director of Sales, High Rise Division of The Remington Group, shares, “Remington Group is proud to celebrate Asian heritage and the beauty of cultural traditions like the Mid-Autumn Festival. The lantern festival is a symbol of light, love, and togetherness, values that deeply resonate with our Downtown Markham community and our company. We honour this rich heritage that shapes our diverse world, and we’re grateful to stand in support in celebration with Fête Chinoise.”

A limited number of Special Edition Mooncake Gift Sets are still available for purchase at www.loveatmidautumn.ca. A portion of the proceeds from the campaign will support the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, the Chinese Canadian Museum, and the Fête Chinoise Cultural Foundation. Donations made between now and October 6, 2025, the date of this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival, will be shared among these three organizations. Supporters may donate at www.fetechinoise.ca/foundation.

The 2025 Campaign is created by Palettera and proudly supported by Scotia Wealth Management (Official Banking Sponsor), The Remington Group (Gold Corporate Sponsor), Saint Germain Bakery (Bakery Partner), Markville Cadillac and Yorkdale Shopping Centre (Silver Corporate Sponsors), Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office (Toronto) and Destination Markham (Community Partners), National Post, The Kit, and Fairchild Radio (Media Partners).

For more information about the contest and event registration, please visit www.loveatmidautumn.ca.

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About Fête Chinoise
Fête Chinoise is a cultural platform that celebrates the best of Chinese Culture in Canada and globally. The brand has empowered individuals to deepen the connection between identity and Chinese culture since 2015. Through a curated lens and critical thinking, Fête Chinoise presents meaningful stories, artful experiences, and inspiring products — ultimately, offering a premier presentation of Chinese culture in contemporary Canada.

The Fête Chinoise Cultural Foundation is a charitable fund that supports Fête Chinoise’s cultural work and vision for the future. Through this foundation, Fête Chinoise collaborates with other charities and organizations to support initiatives, including major exhibitions from Asia, that aim to advance cultural exchange in Canada. The foundation also provides for Fête Chinoise’s long-term vision of establishing a contemporary museum of visual culture dedicated to the Chinese community in Canada.

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Toronto Symphony Orchestra
For more than a century, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) has played a fundamental role in shaping and celebrating Canadian culture. The TSO’s commitment to musical excellence and ability to spark connection remain as strong as ever. With a storied history of acclaimed concerts and recordings, Canadian and international tours, and impactful community partnerships, we are dedicated to engaging and enriching local and national communities through vibrant musical experiences. Music Director Gustavo Gimeno brings an expansive artistic vision, intellectual curiosity, and sense of adventure to programming the 93-musician orchestra that serves Toronto—one of the world’s most diverse cities. As a group of artists, teachers, and advocates who share the belief that music has the power to heal, inspire, and connect people from all walks of life, we engage audiences young and old through an array of community-access, health-and-well-being, and education initiatives including the TSO-affiliated Toronto Symphony Youth Orchestra—a tuition-free training program dedicated to cultivating the next generation of Canadian artists. Symphony With Us at a concert at Roy Thomson Hall, or experience the TSO in your neighbourhood. Visit TSO.CA or Newsroom.TSO.CA.

The Chinese Canadian Museum
The Chinese Canadian Museum works to share the personal and often neglected stories of the Chinese Canadian community. The museum honours the history, contributions and heritage of the Chinese Canadians while elevating and engaging with voices and communities from across this country. Your generous donation will help ensure that the diverse experiences of Chinese communities in Canada will not be forgotten or excluded — rather, it can be amplified and advanced.

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