Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra at the Year of the Horse: A Lunar New Year Celebration on February 28, 2026. This beloved annual event at Roy Thomson Hall blends Chinese traditions with Western classical music, featuring guest artist Dashan, conductor Carolyn Kuan, virtuoso Wu Man, and pianist Ryan Huang. The program includes classical Chinese poetry, world premieres, festive favourites like Gongxi Gongxi, and a special dance performance. Enjoy a full community celebration with a pre-concert artisan market, lion dances, and a luxurious dinner at Shangri-La Toronto.

For those looking for a memorable way to celebrate the Lunar New Year, The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto offers a special brunch experience. Guests who appreciated the warmth and hospitality of the team at the 2026 Signature Event are invited to enjoy it again at the Lunar New Year Brunch Buffet at TOCA on February 22.

Thank you for joining us at the 2026 Signature Event! Download exclusive event photos and relive the magic of this unforgettable evening. Your presence and support have played a significant role in helping us #MoveCultureForward. More photos to come!

On Tuesday, February 3, the City of Markham, the Varley Art Gallery of Markham, and the Varley-McKay Art Foundation of Markham came together for a special evening celebrating a generous donation from Dr. Sylvester and Mrs. Pauline Chuang. We were honoured to celebrate their remarkable contributions.

In 2026, the Year of the Fire Horse, signals significant global changes with many countries likely to introduce new policies and agreements. Industries such as finance, banking, logistics, tourism, hardware, automotive, robotics, garment manufacturing, and timber are expected to thrive, while healthcare, pharmaceuticals, education, real estate, and construction may face challenges.

Horse in Full Stride captures the spirit of momentum, strength, and forward movement. Created using bold, free-flowing ink strokes, the work draws inspiration from the horse in motion, its vitality, resilience, and unwavering drive. The brush moves with intention yet without restraint, allowing energy to gather and release naturally across the paper.