2025 Southern California Lunar New Year Events featuring over 30 Lunar New Year Celebrations in Los Angeles, Orange County, Coachella Valley, and San Diego. Check out Lunar New Year parades, Lantern Festivals, Tet Festivals, Fun Runs, Lunar New Year celebrations at theme parks, museums & malls.
2025 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA LUNAR NEW YEAR EVENTS LISTING:
Monterey Park Lunar New Year Festival 2025
The Monterey Park Lunar New Year Festival will feature vendors offering unique gifts and specialty items, food booths with various types of delectable items, amusement rides, and lots of live entertainment. The traditional New Year lion and dragon dancers will kick off the festival Saturday morning. Various types of entertainment will be featured on both days. A carnival fun zone will be featured in parking lots at the corner of Garvey and Lincoln Avenues.
When: January 18 and 19, 2025
Time: Saturday 10 AM to 9 PM, Sunday 10 AM to 7 PM
Tickets: FREE
Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival 2025
The Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival is a celebration deeply rooted in Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage and is accessible to everyone through an immersive all-day experience. Expect to be mesmerized by cultural performances, live art, cooking demonstrations, and many more. You can also shop handcrafted goods in Artist Alley and eat authentic cuisine to your heart’s content.
New to celebrating the Lunar New Year? The festival provides an excellent opportunity to learn about its traditions through a new Cultural Passport experience that will guide you through how different regions celebrate the holiday.
When: February 8, 2025
Time: 9 AM to 6 PM
Tickets: FREE
The Huntington Library Lunar New Year 2025
This family-friendly Lunar New Year event at The Huntington Library will feature lion dancers, a mask-changing artist, martial arts demonstrations, contemporary dance, floral arts, music, and more.
Where: The Huntington Gardens, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, Calif. 91108
When: February 1 – 2, 2025
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Tickets: Reservations are required for all visitors and Members. Capacity is limited.
Santa Monica Place Lunar New Year Celebration 2025
Celebrate the Year of the Snake! Visit Santa Monica Place 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, and pick up a Lunar New Year craft kit for the kids.
Plus, visit us on Saturday, February 8th from 2-5 PM for a free family-friendly event and enjoy cultural performances and art under traditional red and gold lanterns. The celebration hosted by comedian Paul Kim, includes:
- Lion Dances with Bruce Wen and The Shaolin Entertainment Group Performance Times: 2 PM, 3 PM, and 4 PM
- Chinese Dough Artist Chris Lee*
- Balloon Artist*
- Kids Craft Area*
- Live Music Performances
- and more!
*While supplies last
Where: Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, CA 90401
When: January 28 through February 13, 2025
Disney California Adventure Lunar New Year Celebration 2025
Bring family and friends together during this multicultural celebration filled with auspicious wishes for health, luck and prosperity throughout the new year!
Event highlights include:
- Innovative marketplace menus celebrating delicious Asian cuisine
- Exciting festival decor
- Special appearances by some popular Disney Characters—including Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse—dressed in all-new colorful Korean attire
- Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession, on select days
- Hurry Home – A Lunar New Year Celebration pre-show, in front of World of Color – ONE presented by PANDORA Jewelry
- Kid-friendly crafts and activities
- Commemorative festive merchandise
All events, experiences and offerings are subject to cancellation or change without notice.
Meet Disney Characters
Ring in the Year of the Snake with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse wearing inspired Korean cultural attire. Plus, meet popular Characters, including Mulan, Mushu and friends from Turning Red dressed in vibrant outfits inspired by Lunar New Year.
Gather loved ones for cherished photo memories under a gorgeous pavilion bedecked with bamboo, peach blossoms, golden flowers and banners bearing serendipitous holiday wishes.
Lunar New Year Wishing Wall
Stroll beneath strings of ornamental lanterns, make a wish and dare to dream big during the new year.
Stop by the Lunar New Year Wishing Wall located in Paradise Gardens—it’s where Lunar New Year magic begins! Guests of all ages are welcome to add their own special message of hope, health and happiness for the upcoming year.
When: January 17 – February 16, 2025
Where: Disney California Adventure, 1313 Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA 92802
Tickets: Included with park admission – Check Disneyland Discount Tickets
Pretend City Lunar New Year Celebration 2025
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Pretend City with colorful traditions, cultural movement, and fun for the whole family!
Music & Movement Cultural Performance: 11 am & 2:30 – Enjoy a performance by the Kishin Daiko Drummers and experience the powerful energy, spirit, and heart of Japanese percussive-style drumming.
When: January 25, 2025
Where: Pretend City, 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
Time: 11 AM
Tickets: Included with museum admission, RSVP not required
UVSA Tet Festival 2025
This year, the UVSA Tết Festival theme is “Thành Phố Hoa”, or “The City of Flowers”, to honor the efforts of the Vietnamese community in building a home abroad. UVSA is thrilled to welcome back over 50,000 guests to celebrate the Year of the Snake, as well as to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Black April, otherwise known as the Fall of Saigon.
UVSA Tết Festival is proud to serve as a bridge that brings people closer through vibrant activities that highlight our Vietnamese heritage, such as Vietnamese cultural village, live entertainment, the Miss Vietnam of Southern California pageant, festive games and rides, a variety of local food vendors, and a dazzling firecracker show celebrating the new year.
When: January 31 – January 2, 2025
Where: Garden Grove Park, 9301 Westminster Blvd., Garden Grove, CA 92844
Time: Friday 4 to 10 PM, Saturday 11 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday 11 AM to 9 PM
Tickets: FREE – $8
L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run 2025
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.
When: February 1 – 2, 2025
Where: 943 N. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Tickets: $44.46 to $86.86, varies by event
San Diego Tet Festival 2025
San Diego Tet Festival is a 3-Day festival with lion dances, contests, entertainment, carnival rides, cultural village, food, and more!
When: January 31 to February 2, 2025
Where: NTC Park – Liberty Station
Time: varies, check website
Citadel Outlets Lunar New Year Celebration 2025
Citadel Outlets, located in Los Angeles, is thrilled to invite everyone to join in the Lunar New Year celebration on February 1-2 in Commerce. The center will come alive with vibrant and energetic Lunar New Year inspired entertainment to bring good luck and fortune. The festivities will take place throughout the center, creating a joyful and lively atmosphere for all visitors to enjoy.
When: February 1 – 2, 2025
Where: Citadel Outlets, 100 Citadel Dr, Commerce, CA 90040
Tickets: FREE
Lunar New Year Parade Los Angeles 2025
In celebrating over one hundred years of tradition, the Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles presents the 126th Annual Golden Dragon Parade. With over thousands and thousands of individuals lining the parade route and thousands viewing the telecast each year, this colorful celebration along North Broadway in Chinatown has become the premiere cultural event in the Southern California Asian-American Community.
Where: along North Broadway in Chinatown, Los Angeles, CA
When: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: 1 PM
Tickets: Event is FREE
Parking: It is recommended that you do not park or drive to Chinatown and take public transportation instead.
San Gabriel Lunar New Year Festival 2025
The San Gabriel Lunar New Year Festival will consist of amazing lantern displays (unveiled for the first time), live performances, street foods, shopping, and more.
When: February 1 – 2, 2025
Where: San Gabriel Mission District, 320 S Mission Dr, San Gabriel, CA 91776
Time: Saturday 10 AM – 9 PM, Sunday 10 AM – 7 PM
Tickets: Free Admission
Westminster Tet Parade 2025
The Tet Parade is a grandiose event that has celebrated the Lunar New Year in Little Saigon for over two decades. Every year Vietnamese communities across the globe tune in to watch the event broadcasted by local TV stations and social media platforms. The Tet Parade features floats, marching bands, lion dances, color guards, veterans and youth organizations, martial arts, multi-cultural attires, elected officials, scout organizations, community organizations, and an array of local and international businesses.
The City of Westminster will be hosting the 2025 Westminster Tet Parade. As in prior years the purpose is not only to celebrate the Lunar New Year, but to celebrate the Vietnamese-American community of Orange County centered in Little Saigon. The Vietnamese-Americans living in Westminster and the surrounding cities are the largest community of Vietnamese-Americans outside of Vietnam. This community consists largely of those who were forced to flee their country as a result of the communist takeover in the Vietnam War. The Westminster Tet Parade is the City’s primary opportunity each year to celebrate this community, including their beliefs, traditions and all that they represent.
When: February 1, 2025
Where: Bolsa Ave. between Magnolia & Bushard., Westminster, CA 92683
Time: Ceremony 8:30 AM, Parade 9:30 AM
Westminster Tet Parade Route: Parade begins at the intersection of Bolsa Avenue and Magnolia Street, and heads eastbound on Bolsa Avenue. The Parade will turn right on Bushard Street and head southbound, ending at Bishop Place.
Outlets at San Clemente Lunar New Year Celebration 2025
Celebrate the Lunar New Year while shopping at Outlets at San Clemente. Kick off the celebrations with live entertainment all afternoon, featuring spectacular Dragon and Lion Dances. These traditional performances are filled with energy, vibrant colors, and the magic of ancient customs. Also, enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained. From getting your face painted with festive designs to participating in festive activities, there’s something for every age.
When: February 1, 2025
Where: Outlets at San Clemente, 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA 92672
Time: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Tickets: FREE
Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival 2025
Join the 3rd Annual Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival and welcome the Year of the Snake with an exciting weekend of culture, community, and celebration!
- Cultural Performances: Experience the magic of lion dances, traditional music, martial arts, and other captivating performances celebrating the rich heritage of the Lunar New Year.
- Food Vendors: Feast on a variety of delicious Asian cuisine! From savory street food to sweet treats, enjoy the best flavors of the Lunar New Year.
- Artisan Marketplace: Shop from an eclectic mix of handcrafted goods, jewelry, and Lunar New Year souvenirs from local artisans. Find the perfect keepsake or gift!
- Carnival Rides: New by popular demand! Enjoy thrilling carnival rides for all ages—adding even more excitement to this year’s festival.
When: January 18 – 19, 2025
Where: Rancho Cucamonga Sports Center, 8303 Rochester Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Time: 11 AM – 8 PM
Tickets: FREE, reserve a spot
Riverside Lunar Festival 2025
The 13th Annual Riverside Lunar Festival is returning to downtown Riverside. Join the celebration Mission Inn Ave for a weekend packed with vibrant cultural festivities and exciting new attractions, including carnival rides for the first time ever!
- Cultural Performances: Delight in mesmerizing lion dances, acrobatic feats, and traditional music from diverse Asian communities, celebrating the richness of Lunar New Year traditions.
- Live Entertainment: Enjoy a showcase of talent from local artists and groups, featuring everything from electrifying K-Pop performances to enchanting folk songs.
- Gourmet Street Food: Indulge in a mouthwatering array of traditional Lunar New Year dishes, sizzling street foods, and unique fusion bites that will take your taste buds on a global journey.
- Artisan Market: Discover a marketplace filled with handcrafted goods, art, jewelry, and unique Lunar New Year souvenirs. Find the perfect keepsake while supporting local artisans.
- New This Year: Carnival Rides! Get ready for some added fun with carnival rides—a brand-new feature that promises excitement for attendees of all ages!
- Car Exhibit: A special exhibit showcasing the best of JDM cars around Riverside, car enthusiasts rejoice!
When: January 25 – 26, 2025
Where: Mission Inn Ave (Downtown Riverside), between Lime & Orange
Time: Sat 11 AM – 8 PM, Sun 11 AM – 7 PM
Tickets: FREE, reserve a spot
USC Pacific Asia Museum Lunar New Year Festival 2025
Enjoy the annual festival featuring lion dancers, traditional East Asian music and dance, opera, and more. Listen to live stories, create beautiful festive crafts, and treat yourself to some delicious delicacies from local food trucks. And don’t miss your chance to see the special, explosive exhibition, Cai Guo-Qiang: A Material Odyssey. This all ages event is free and includes admission to the museum!
Schedule of Activities:
- 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – Art Making with Barnsdall Arts
- 11:00 am – 4:00 pm – Calligraphy
- 12:00 pm – Lion Dance and Martial Arts by the Northern Shaolin Kung Fu Association
- 12:30 pm – USC Traditional Chinese Dance
- 1:00 pm – Korean Classical Music and Dance Company
- 2:00 pm – Storytime presented by the Altadena Public Library
- 3:00 pm – Music by opera soprano Shirley Wang
- 4:00 pm – USC Kazan Taiko
Where: 46 North Los Robles Avenue, Pasadena, California 91101
When: February 1, 2025
Time: 11 AM to 5 PM
Cost: Free
The Shops at Santa Anita Lunar New Year Celebration 2025
Immerse yourself in the rich traditions and vibrant festivities of the Lunar New Year with a day full of exciting activities for the whole family. From intricate balloon twisting to delightful dough figurine crafting, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
- Live Performance by K-Pop Star, Kevin Woo – Experience a live musical performance by Kevin Woo, a Korean-American actor, singer-songwriter, and producer, currently based in Los Angeles, California. He is most notably recognized as the main vocalist in the K-pop idol group U-KISS, which debuted in 2008. He has actively promoted chart-topping albums, headlined successful tours around the world, and starred in musicals for over a decade. He recently performed as the male lead in the Broadway musical KPOP. Kevin Woo will next be seen in Anderson Paak’s directorial debut film, “K-POPS!”
- Balloon Twisting Extravaganza – Watch in awe as our skilled balloon artists transform simple balloons into whimsical creations. From adorable animals to festive shapes, let your imagination soar!
- Sugar Painting Spectacle – Experience the ancient art of sugar painting as skilled artisans bring color and life to edible canvases. Marvel at the intricate designs and savor the sweet taste of tradition.
- Dough Figurine Delight – Watch the artists craft intricate shapes and characters from dough, adding a personal touch to your Lunar New Year celebration.
- Airbrush Painting – Transform into your favorite Lunar New Year animal or bring your own creative ideas to life with our airbrush face-painting experts. Express yourself with festive and vibrant designs!
- Dragon Whisker Candy – Enjoy this traditional Chinese confectionary treat!
Where: 400 S Baldwin Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007, Center Court, Level 1
When: January 25, 2025
Time: 1 to 4 PM
Tickets: FREE event
San Bernardino Lunar Festival 2025
Get ready for the 2nd Annual San Bernardino Lunar Festival for a full day of exciting cultural performances, delicious food, and brand-new attractions, including carnival rides—all in one amazing event!
- Cultural Performances: Be captivated by traditional lion dances, breathtaking acrobatics, and live music representing diverse Asian cultures. Watch the stage come alive with vibrant performances celebrating the Lunar New Year!
- Live Entertainment: Enjoy performances from local talent, including high-energy K-Pop routines and beautiful traditional folk music.
- Gourmet Street Food: Treat yourself to a variety of delicious food from vendors offering traditional Lunar New Year favorites and irresistible street food.
- Beer Garden: Relax and refresh in the Beer Garden, where you can enjoy a variety of beverages while soaking in the festive atmosphere.
- Artisan Market: Explore a bustling marketplace featuring handcrafted goods, jewelry, and unique Lunar New Year souvenirs. Support local artisans and find the perfect keepsake!
- Kid’s Zone: A dedicated space for kids to enjoy games, crafts, and interactive activities, creating fun memories for the little ones.
- Interactive Workshops: Dive into Lunar New Year traditions with hands-on workshops like calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and craft-making.
- Photo Booths: Capture the moment with themed photo booths, complete with traditional costumes and fun props. Take home a perfect memory of your celebration!
Where: Court Street Square, Downtown San Bernardino, CA
When: February 1, 2025
Time: 11 – 8 PM
Tickets: FREE event, reserve spot
Lunar Festival at The River Rancho Mirage 2025
Celebrate at the 3rd Annual Lunar Festival at The River including on-site food vendors cooking up your favorite cultural dishes and even more art and merchandise vendors for the ultimate shopping experience.
- Spectacular Performances: Be enchanted by mesmerizing cultural performances, including the stunning lion dances and traditional snake-inspired performances celebrating the wisdom and elegance of the Snake.
- Foodie Extravaganza: We’ve doubled the number of food vendors this year! There’s something to satisfy every palette!
- Art & Merchandise Galore: Discover a wide array of treasures, from handcrafted jewelry and unique textiles to Lunar New Year mementos and bespoke artwork. There’s something for everyone!
- Snap-Worthy Moments: The River Mall’s beautiful setting, adorned with glowing red lanterns, provides the perfect backdrop for capturing memorable moments with friends and family.
With more flavors, more crafts, and more magic, The River Mall promises an unforgettable Year of the Snake celebration. Dive into rich traditions, indulge your foodie cravings, and shop till you drop!
Where: The River Mall, 71800 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA
When: February 8, 2025
Time: 11 – 6 PM
Tickets: FREE event, reserve spot
Eastvale Lantern Festival 2025
Mark your calendars for the 4th Annual Eastvale Lantern Festival in 2025. This year’s festival is packed with even more fun, food, and festivities as we celebrate the Year of the Snake. Get ready for two incredible days of cultural performances, tasty street food, and exciting new additions!
- Dazzling Performances: Immerse yourself in traditional lion dances, breathtaking martial arts shows, and special snake-inspired performances that highlight the wisdom and elegance of this Zodiac sign.
- Foodie Paradise: Feast on a variety of delicious cultural dishes from our amazing food vendors, serving everything from savory street food to sweet treats that will satisfy all your cravings!
- Expansive Art & Merch Vendors: Shop to your heart’s content at our artisan marketplace. Browse a diverse selection of handcrafted jewelry, textiles, and unique Lunar New Year souvenirs. Whether you’re looking for gifts or a keepsake, there’s something for everyone.
- Photo Moments: Capture magical memories under the stunning display of colorful lanterns and traditional decorations that will light up the festival grounds, making for perfect photo ops with friends and family.
- Family Fun Zone: Bring the whole family! Kids will love the interactive games, crafts, and fun activities designed to make the festival enjoyable for all ages.
Where: 7447 Scholar Way, Eastvale, CA
When: February 15, 2025
Time: Sat 11 – 8 PM, Sun 11 AM – 7 PM
Tickets: FREE event, reserve a spot
Temple City Lunar New Year 2025
Enjoy lion dance and dragon dance, free sampling of traditional cuisine, raffle prizes, family activities, kid zone, live entertainment, and information booths!
Where: Temple City Park located at 9701 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City, CA
When: January 25, 2025
Time: 12 – 4 PM
Tickets: FREE event
Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden 2025
South Coast Botanic Garden is excited to host its Lunar New Year Celebration this February! With its winter blooms and lush green foliage, the Garden provides a stunning setting to celebrate the Year of the Snake with Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean traditions.
Visitors will be immersed in festive activities every Saturday and Sunday throughout the month. Enjoy hands-on art-making stations where you can create vibrant kites and festive snake puppets, or participate in an interactive plant walk. Other highlights include storytelling, a wishing tree and music. A 360 photo booth will also be available to capture memories of this special event, alongside specialty foods and hand-mixed cocktails for purchase. Three live performances featuring lion dancers, martial artists, folk dancers and drummers will take place each Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m., available for a modest additional fee. See you there!
Where: South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274
When: Every weekend in February
Time: 8 – 5 PM
Tickets: FREE event with General Garden admission
Port of L.A. Lunar New Year Festival 2025
The 11th Annual Port of Los Angeles Lunar New Year Festival will feature a host of cultural attractions, dance and musical performances, including a petting zoo and wishing wall, as well as food trucks offering culinary delights traditionally enjoyed during the annual Asian holiday.This year, the event is being held in partnership with the Alliance for California Traditional Arts and features a kickoff with the City of Los Angeles Civil + Human Rights and Equity Department, encouraging all Angelenos to come out and “Just Say Hello!”
When: January 25, 2025, Saturday
Where: Cabrillo Way Marina, San Pedro, CA
Time: 3 – 7 PM
Tickets: FREE, Free parking
No 2025 updates on the following Lunar New Year events:
- Segerstrom Lantern Festival (no 2025 update)
- Desert Hills Premium Outlets Lunar New Year Celebration (no 2025 update)
- Irvine Spectrum Center Lunar New Year Celebration (no 2025 update)
- Bowers Museum Asian Lunar New Year Festival (No 2025 Update)
- Japanese American National Museum (no 2025 update)
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