Celebrate Chinese Culture with Shadow Puppetry and Paper Cutting – Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design
About Craft Week

Craft Week 2026 is a week-long celebration June 1-7, 2026, that exists to celebrate, showcase, and elevate the diverse and vibrant craft traditions of Unama’ki Cape Breton. Through a dynamic week of events, workshops, exhibitions, and community gatherings, Craft Week fosters connections between makers and learners, locally and beyond.

Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design gratefully acknowledges the support of the Canada Council for the Arts for Craft Week 2026.

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Event Info

Date:
June 5, 2026
Time:
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Celebrate Chinese Culture with Shadow Puppetry and Paper Cutting

Step into a vibrant cultural experience with the Chinese Dragon Culture Heritage Association! This interactive event invites participants of all ages to explore the traditional arts of Chinese shadow puppetry and paper cutting – both celebrated forms of intangible cultural heritage.

Participants will also enjoy a simple Hanfu dance performance, adding movement and storytelling to the experience. The workshop is facilitated by Jenny Huang and offers a hands-on opportunity to connect with rich cultural traditions in a fun and engaging way.

Friday, June 5
Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design
322 Charlotte Street, Sydney

Please note: spaces are limited. Email chichi@capebretoncraft.com to register.

Craft Week workshops will be offered free or on a pay-what-you-can basis because we believe everyone deserves the chance to make, learn, and connect through craft. If you’re able to contribute, your support helps us continue offering opportunities like this. If not, we’re still so glad you’re joining us. If you’d like to contribute, you can send an e-transfer to info@capebretoncraft.com.