Chinese Unicorn Dance Workshop - Public Practice with Kirin Rising

Join Kirin Rising for a public practice and learn the traditional dance moves of the Hakka kirin Chinese unicorn!

Have you ever seen the Hakka kirin dance 客家舞麒麟? The kirin 麒麟 or Chinese unicorn is one of the four sacred animals in Chinese mythology alongside the dragon phoenix and turtle. Led by Hakka youth from Kirin Rising 麒麟革命 of Vancouver's Chinatown this is a rare opportunity to witness and participate in a kirin dance workshop to learn more about the 450-year-old tradition a deeply significant cultural symbol for the Hakka people 客家 ("guest family").

Despite the enduring historical oppression and genocidal violence towards the Hakka people particularly from the Cantonese in Guangdong’s Sze Yup 四邑 region where many in Vancouver's Chinatown trace their roots the kirin dance continues to embody Hakka resilience and pride.

Come join us on Sun Mar 16 2025 at 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Chinatown Plaza Mall for a fun and interactive workshop where you can learn the traditional Chinese unicorn Hakka kirin dance with the only active youth-led Hakka kirin Chinese unicorn dance team Kirin Rising 麒麟革命. All ages welcomed!

Event Amenities:

Light snacks and beverages will be provided throughout the event.

Host or Publisher Kirin Rising