The L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run promotes health, fitness, and cultural awareness through organized events and programs. Golden Dragon Parade & Chinese New Year Festival L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Date TBD In-person or virtual Participate in-person or virtually in a 5K or 10K run or walk, a one-mile dog walk (ALSO FEB. 2) L.A. Chinatown Firecracker 5K Fun & Timed Run, 10K Timed Run, 1K Kiddie Run, 2K PAW’er Dog Walk & 17th Annual 20/50-Mile Bike Rides — Celebrating 47 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling and dog walk events takes place over the weekend of February 1-2, 2025, at the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker 5K/10K Run/1K Kiddie & PAW’er Dog Run/Walk & 20/50-Mile Bike Ride — Celebrating 47 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling and dog walk events held over the weekend of February 1-2, 2025, at the historic Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza. With its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling and dog walk events the Firecracker takes place over the weekend of February 1-2, 2025, at the historic Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza. Each registered participant receives a commemorative 2025 Firecracker race bib, exclusive collectible finisher’s medal, limited edition t-shirt (even for LA Chinatown Firecracker Sun, Feb 02, 2025 - Los Angeles, CA . L.A. Chinatown Firecracker 5K/10K Run/1K Kiddie & PAWer Dog Run/Walk & 20/50-Mile Bike Ride Celebrating 47 years, one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling and dog walk events held on February 1-2, 2025, at the historic Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza. l.a chinatown firecracker events; schedule of events; 5k run & 5k fun run/walk; 10k run/walk; kiddie run; 20 mile fun bike ride; 50 mile bike ride; paw'er dog walk; virtual events; general info. about firecracker; registration; refunds, deferrals & transfers; race bib & packet pick-up; parking & street/fwy closures; public transportation; faqs WHAT: L.A. Chinatown Firecracker 5K/10K Run/1K Kiddie & PAW’er Dog Run/Walk & 19/50-Mile Bike Ride — Celebrating 46 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling and dog walk events held over the weekend of February 24-25, 2024, at the 2025 L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Events POSTPONED CLICK ON BUTTON BELOW FOR DETAILED INFORMATION L. A. CHINATOWN FIRECRACKER RUN/WALK, BIKE, KIDDIE & DOG EVENTS 2025 YEAR OF THE SNAKE FEBRUARY 1 & 2, 2025 (Postponed - Rescheduled date TBA soon) EVENT POSTPONEMENT INFORMATION & FAQs Donate - EDMUND SOOHOO MEMORIAL FUND L.A. Chinatown Firecracker 5K/10K Run/Walk/1K Kiddie & PAW’er Dog Run/Walk & 20/40-Mile Bike Ride: Celebrating 45 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year run, walk, cycling, Kiddie Run, and dog walk events held over the weekend of February 18-19, 2023, The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker 5/10K Run/Walk is the largest and longest-running Lunar New Year charity run in the United States. Established in 1978, Firecracker has since grown to include a Bike Ride, Kiddie Run and PAW’er Dog Walk and serves the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area with support from the City of Los Angeles. Celebrate the Lunar New Year by participating in a 5K/10K Run, Bike Ride, PAW’er Dog Walk, or Kiddie Run. All proceeds from the event are “donated to local elementary schools and non-profit Lunar New Year Firecracker Ceremony & Parade January 29 & February 16 | Manhattan Chinatown Better Chinatown’s annual firecracker ceremony and parade are approaching! The firecracker ceremony will be held on 1/29 at 11 am at Sara D Roosevelt Park. The parade will be held on 2/16 starting on Mott Street at 1 pm. Event Details 1. Introduction to Chinese New Year Traditions. Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is the most important traditional festival in China. Celebrated by millions across the globe, it marks the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new lunar year. The festival is rich in customs and rituals, which vary by region and family 45th Annual L.A. Chinatown Firecracker One of the Largest and Oldest Lunar New Year: 5K/10K/Kiddie/PAW’er Dog Run/Walk & Bike Ride Events in the United States February 18-19, 2023; Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza Celebrating 45 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming It is an important custom to set off firecrackers and fireworks during the Chinese New Year period. Chinese New Year celebrations would not be complete without them. Why Light Firecrackers on Chinese New Year? In traditional Chinese culture, firecrackers were originally used to scare away evil spirits. As the legend goes, a monster called Nian 47 th Annual L.A. Chinatown Firecracker THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza 943 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012. Celebrate the Lunar New Year by participating in a 5K/10K Run, Bike Ride, PAW’er Dog Walk, or Kiddie Run. Thousands of Fireworks Firecrackers with Lion Dancing kicking off the Lunar New Year 2017 at ChinaTown in DownTown LA. This is the Year of the Fire Rooster. LA Chinatown Firecracker (This event already happened) Sun, Feb 25, 2024 - Los Angeles, CA . L.A. Chinatown Firecracker year of the Dragon 5K/10K Run/1K Kiddie & PAWer Dog Run/Walk & 20/40-Mile Bike Ride Celebrating 46 years, the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker is one of the largest and oldest running races in the U.S. with its upcoming Lunar New Year events held over the weekend of Feb 24-25, 2024 Watch K-Pop Cover Performances and a Firecracker Show at Asia Times Square Have dinner and a show at May Dragon’s Chinese New Year celebration. Run a Lunar New Year-Themed Half Marathon
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