National Dumpling Day

NATIONAL
DUMPLING DAY

26 SEPTEMBER

We're back for 2026!

We’re getting ready to once again celebrate one of the most loved parts of Chinese cuisine - dumplings.

As part of New Zealand Chinese Language Week, National Dumpling Day brings together food, creativity, and community, inviting restaurants across Aotearoa to showcase their unique flavours and take part in the Design a Dumpling competition. From classic favourites to bold new creations, it’s a chance to celebrate the diversity and creativity of Chinese cuisine.

We’re now inviting restaurants to register their interest in taking part in National Dumpling Day 2026. Participation is free and supported through NZCLW promotion, with the winning restaurant receiving a monetary prize.

If you’re a restaurant keen to get involved, we’d love to hear from you! Please register below.

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What happened previously?

Dumpling Day 2025

The much-loved Design-a-Dumpling competition returned, with restaurants around the country serving up delicious new creations. The festivities ran for ten days, filled with exciting giveaways, promotions, and celebrations across social media. It was fantastic to see so many people getting involved and sharing the dumpling love! Here's a look at some of the highlights.

Restaurant entries

TEN DAYS, ENDLESS DUMPLINGS 19-28 SEPTEMBER

Dumpling Day 2024

2024 National Dumpling Day was a great success, and involved a Dumpling competition with restaurants submitting some delicious creations! We ran a number of social media promotions and competitions, and it was great to see everyone getting involved and celebrating dumplings through NZ Chinese Language Week!