More than 40,000 are expected to come to this celebration of the Vietnamese New Year.

Vietnamese Community of Australia NSW branch president Tri Vo said: ``This is the most important time of the year for us. People stop whatever they're doing and spend quality time with their family.

``We've been holding this festival at Warwick Farm for 15 years now. It goes for three days and is a very popular event, with lost of shows, rides, stalls, food and fireworks.

``We have something for everyone.

``There'll be great craft and food stalls, face painting and games for children and many performances from different cultures, including Vietnamese singers, Polish dancing and karaoke at night.''

Anne Tarasov