WHAT'S ON

● Chinese New Year Race Day at the Gold Coast Turf Club the first in southeast Queensland’s history. Saturday 10am-5pm. Free admission.

● Southport China Town, Saturday 4pm-9pm, Free event with traditional lion dancing, music, firecrackers, and a fireworks display.

● SkyPoint in Surfers Paradise is hosting Chinese festivities until February 28. Tickets range from one-day entry to three-day entries with prices between $25-$29 for adults and $15-$19 for children.