Mid-Autumn Melodies

Gateway Theatre Celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival with Music, Lanterns, and Mooncakes at

To The Moon: Mid-Autumn Celebration

on Sunday, October 5

Date & Time

October 5th, 2025

Event begins at 2:00 PM

Location

Minoru Chapel and Gateway Theatre, 6500 Gilbert Road

Box Office

604-270-1812

Info & Tickets

Adults 13+: $25

Youth 6-12: $15

Recommended for children ages 6 and up.

This October, step into a day of wonder as Gateway Theatre invites families to enjoy an afternoon of live music and crafts at To The Moon: Mid-Autumn Celebration. On Sunday, October 5, this family-friendly event welcomes all generations, celebrating the timeless traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival

This year’s festivities feature an intimate concert by mezzo-soprano singer Renee Fajardo, featuring a selection of beloved Disney and Movie Musical songs in the historic Minoru Chapel. Audiences can expect to hear “Let It Go” from Frozen and “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters, along with songs from The Little Mermaid, Moana, Wicked, Mamma Mia, The Sound of Music and more.

Admiring the full moon is an important tradition of the Mid-Autumn Festival. Making and lighting a hand-crafted lantern for moon appreciation at night will add extra fun to the celebration. Following the concert, the attendees will gather in the lobby of Gateway to learn how to make their own paper lanterns. It will be simple and enjoyable for all ages. All guests will also receive a complimentary mooncake, courtesy of Anna’s Cake House.

“We are honoured to continue our tradition of hosting family-friendly holiday celebrations for the community of Richmond,” says Barbara Tomasic, Executive Artistic Director, Gateway Theatre. “Our Mid-Autumn Celebrations have been enjoyed by patrons, with last year’s event selling out. I’m especially excited that this year’s concert will be held in the beautiful Minoru Chapel — a truly unique experience, so we encourage families to get their tickets early.”

The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival honours the full harvest moon as a symbol of peace, prosperity and togetherness — all good things to celebrate! It occurs on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, which happens sometime between mid-September and early October. This is when the moon is at its fullest after the autumnal equinox. It is a popular, happy time of year when families gather to share food, admire the full moon, light lanterns and eat mooncakes.

Don’t miss this extraordinary event filled with artistry, unity, and memorable melodies! For more information on the family fun event and to book tickets, visit the website.