Image by Betto Rodrigues via Shutterstock. One of L.A.’s oldest traditions, Chinatown’s annual Chinese New Year Festival returns and will be honoring the year of the snake with an incredible Golden Dragon Parade on February 8, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. Get the full info here! Ring in the Lunar New Year with these events and things to do for Chinese New Year 2025 in Los Angeles. eight distinct cultural events to mark the Lunar New Year during this multi-week festival. Chinese Lunar New Year performances in Center Plaza Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Santa Monica Place! Visit us from January 28th to February 13th and write a wish for the cherry blossom wishing trees, stand under the red and gold lanterns in Center Plaza, and grab a photo with all of our festive Lunar New Year décor plus pick up a Lunar New Year craft kit for the kids*. Plus, visit us on Chinese New Year Festival & Golden Dragon Parade (February 8, 2025) The Lunar New Year Kick-Off Ceremony is always held at Thien Hau Temple in Chinatown, located in downtown LA, the center of CNY festivities. Celebrating Lunar New Year. LA County is celebrating Lunar New Year with a number of community events and programs. Click the links below to find events, programming and resources that are available for you to access. Chinatown Chinese New Year Festival (Golden Dragon Parade) | Saturday, February 8, 2025 | Starts at 12PM; Parade at 1 PM | 943 N Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Port of Los Angeles Lunar New Year Festival | Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 3PM – 7PM | 301 S. Avalon Blvd., Wilmington, CA The LA Golden Dragon Parade, first held in 1899, is among the oldest Lunar New Year celebrations in the U.S. Initially arranged by Chinese-American immigrants in Los Angeles, it celebrated their cultural heritage and shared Lunar New Year traditions with a broader audience. Enjoy authentic Taiwan traditional food, Xinjiang and other Chinese snacks , and even special dishes from around the world at this 2 day exhibition. Super eye-catching theme zone Featuring Chinese ancient-style costumes, traditional New Year backdrops etc. The annual Port of Los Angeles Lunar New Year Festival will happen on Saturday, January 25 th from 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm. The free community event will feature musical and dance performances, a Happy New Year! The Los Angeles Public Library is excited to bring you to our 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration, Year of the Snake, celebrating the Chinese, Korean, Vietnamese, and other Asian communities. The New Year is the celebration of the start of the calendar year, and throughout the world, the New Year can be celebrated as a social, cultural, and/or religious festival. When is the 2025 Chinese New Year? The Chinese New Year always falls on the second full moon of the winter solstice. For 2025, it happens on January 29, Wednesday, marking the start of the Wood Snake year. According to the Zodiac, people born in the year of the Wood Snake are believed to be exceptional strategic and analytical thinkers. Celebrate the Year of the Snake at the Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival, coming to Main Street on February 8, 2025! Vibrant Performances Revel in the entertainment of the Main Stage and enjoy a dragon dance, live candy sculpting, and other cultural performances. The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is one of the most significant holidays celebrated in Asian cultures. In 2025, the festivities honor th Comprehensive guide to Chinese New Year 2025 celebrations, traditions, and customs. Learn about the Year of the Snake, festival dates, zodiac predictions, and cultural activities. Discover everything about Chinese New Year 2024, including dates, zodiac animals, traditions, customs, and celebrations. Share this event: K*Popalooza Lunar New Year Celebration 2025 - Los Angeles Save this event: K*Popalooza Lunar New Year Celebration 2025 - Los Angeles Kiddie Academy Lunar New Year Celebration (for ages 0-4) Chinese New Year in 2025 falls on Jan. 29 and ends with the Lantern Festival on Feb. 12. Celebrations last up to 16 days. Since then, it has become a tradition for Chinese New Year. Festival China Media Group (CMG) broadcast the 2025 Spring Festival Gala on 28 January, Chinese New Year’s Eve. Known as "Chunwan," the event is an annual celebration of Chinese culture and traditions. The gala combined historical heritage, regional diversity, and technological advancements to mark the Year of the Snake. This year’s theme, "Year of the Snake, Keep Your Spirits Awake Ryann Anderegg | Lehi Free Press The Lehi community celebrated the 15th annual Chinese New Year Festival at Skyridge High School on Saturday, Jan. 25, with vibrant cultural performances, interactive activities and excellent cuisine. This family-friendly event, which celebrated the Year of the Snake, drew huge crowds and raised over $41,000 to support Alpine School [] The Yale-China Association is proud to present the 14th annual Lunarfest in New Haven, Connecticut, on Saturday, February 1st, 2025. Lunarfest is the largest celebration of Lunar New Year in Connecticut and is one of New Haven’s premiere cultural events. Lunarfest 2025 celebrates the Year of the Snake in the Chinese Zodiac. The day’s festivities will begin at 10 am with a parade down The Year of the Snake.Here's your guide to the Lunar New Year. When does Chinese New Year start and end? Chinese New Year in 2025 starts on Wednesday, Jan. 29, and lasts until the Lantern Festival
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