Updated for 2025
In 2025, the Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, begins on Wednesday, January 29th. Families can celebrate the Year of the Wood Snake with special events and festivities — some happening in person and some happening virtually.
Find More Than 50 Ways to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Los Angeles 2025
2025 Oshogatsu Family Festival — Year of the Snake
Japanese American National Museum
100 N. Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
The Japanese American National Museum invites families to visit the 2025 Oshogatsu Family Festival — Year of the Snake happening on Sunday, January 5th. The Festival has a variety of “cultural performances, crafts, and activities for families and kids of all ages!” Enjoy candy sculpture demonstrations, a scavenger hunt, interactive story time, and much more — including free admission all day. A schedule of the day’s events is available online.
47th 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. All proceeds from the event are “donated to local elementary schools and non-profit organizations” and provide services and programs that benefit local neighborhoods. Events, including the Firecracker Festival, which is open to the public and free, will be held over the weekend of Saturday, February 1st and Sunday, February 2nd. Registration information is available online.
Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival
Rancho Cucamonga Sports Center
8303 Rochester Ave., Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Take a drive to Rancho Cucamonga for the 2025 Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival happening on Saturday, January 18th at 11 a.m. through Sunday, January 19th at 8 p.m. Festivities include musical and dance performances, food, an artisan marketplace, a children’s adventure zone, and much more. Register online for this free event.
Lunar New Year
Disney California Adventure Park
1313 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA 92802
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Disney California Adventure Park from January 17th through February 16th. The fun includes Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession, live holiday entertainment, kid-friendly crafts and activities, festive décor, special menus celebrating Asian cuisine, and much more.
Lunar New Year Festival
Downtown Monterey Park
Between Garfield Ave. and Alhambra Ave., Monterey Park, CA 91754
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at the City of Monterey Park’s annual Lunar New Year Festival. The festival will be held on Saturday, January 18th (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sunday, January 19th (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.). This free event features family activities, food, rides, vendors, live entertainment (including Lion and Dragon Dancers), and much more. Be sure to check the website for information about free parking and shuttle bus service.
Lunar New Year
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Join Pacific Symphony for their annual festivities honoring the Lunar New Year with a performance happening on Saturday, February 1st at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are expected to sell out as “audiences from across our communities come together to feast on a colorful presentation of Eastern and Western music and dance.” Ticket information is available online.
Lunar New Year Festivities
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
Pretend City Children’s Museum is hosting its Lunar New Year celebration event on Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with “colorful traditions, cultural movement, and fun for the whole family!” Kishin Daiko Drummers are scheduled to perform at 11:00 am and at 2:30 pm “Ane Thanh Lion Dance will be performing traditional Asian dancing including acrobatics and a live instrumental troupe to bring good luck into the new year.” Details and tickets are available online.
Chinese New Year Festival
Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92706
The Bowers Museum invites families to attend its Chinese New Year Festival on Sunday, January 5th from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Enjoy art projects, live musical and dance performances, face painting, and more. “Don’t miss a special student art exhibition by Anaheim High School District made possible by the Specified General Fund for the Museum Grant Program under the California Cultural and Historical Endowment.”
Lunar New Year Celebration
South Coast Botanic Garden
26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274
The South Coast Botanic Garden will celebrate the Lunar New Year every weekend in February. “Every Saturday and Sunday, the Garden will host live performances featuring lion dancers, folk dancers, and drummers.” All-day activity stations will also be available from 10 am to 4 pm. The Lunar New Year Celebration is included in general admission. (Additional classes are being offered at an additional rate.) A complete list of activities, as well as ticket information, are available online.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Hermosa Beach Library
550 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
The Hermosa Beach Library, a part of the LA County Library System, is hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration on Wednesday, January 22nd from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. “Learn about the traditions and customs of Lunar New Year. We’ll also talk about the animals in the Chinese Zodiac and create a snake puppet.” This program is for children ages 5–12.
Lunar New Year Snake
Lawndale Library
14615 Burin Ave., Lawndale, CA 90260
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Lawndale Library on Wednesday, January 22nd from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Children will learn about the origins of the Lunar New Year and the year of the snake. They will also get to create a small craft to take home with them. This activity is designed for children ages 5–12. Advance registration is required, as attendance is limited.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Rivera Library
7828 Serapis Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Rivera Library is celebrating the Year of the Snake with stories and art on Wednesday, January 29th from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Children will learn about the Lunar New Year and how it is celebrated around the world. This event is designed for children ages 5–12.
Year of the Snake Stories
La Crescenta Library
2809 Foothill Blvd., La Crescenta-Montrose, CA 91214
On Wednesday, February 5th from 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., children can “learn about the Lunar New Year with author Oliver Chin as he shares his book, “The Year of the Snake” from the popular series, Tales from the Chinese Zodiac”. There will be drawing and coloring activities following the presentation. This activity is for children ages 5–12.
2025 Riverside Lunar Festival
453 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA 92501
Celebrate the Year of the Snake in Riverside on Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th. The festivities include interactive workshops, an artisan marketplace, food, live entertainment and cultural performances, carnival rides, and more. Register online for this free event.
Celebrate Lunar New Year
El Monte Library
3224 Tyler Ave., El Monte, CA 91731
El Monte Library invites children (ages 5-12) to a Lunar New Year event on Saturday, January 18th from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Kids can learn about the traditions and customs of the Lunar New Year through stories and books. They will also “talk about animals in the Chinese Zodiac and create paper lanterns”.
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Lunar New Year Family Storytime
Vermont Square Branch Library
1201 W. 48th St., Los Angeles, CA 90037
Your kids can learn about the Lunar New Year and celebrate the Year of the Snake on January 29th from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Vermont Square Branch Library. There will be storytime and crafts to celebrate. This event is designed for babies, toddlers, and young kids.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Studio City Branch Library
12511 Moorpark St., Studio City, CA 91604
Join the celebration of the Lunar New Year at Studio City Branch Library on Thursday, January 16th from 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. To ring in the Year of the Snake kids will get to participate in crafts and other fun activities. This event is for children ages 5 and older.
Authors Grace Lin & Lisa Yee in Conversation — Virtual Event
Be sure to check out the conversation between authors Grace Lin & Lisa Yee. This recorded conversation between the two award-winning authors covers a variety of topics including food, family, “growing up Chinese in America”, and more. Additionally, families can order signed books from these authors through Children’s Book World.
4th Annual Eastvale Lantern Festival
7447 Scholar Way, Eastvale, CA 92880
The 4th Annual Eastvale Lantern Festival will be celebrated on Saturday, February 15th (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.) and Sunday, February 16th (11 a.m. to 8 p.m.). This free event features a variety of activities including a children’s fun zone, marketplace, food, amazing performances, and much more. Register online for this free event.
2025 Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival
Main Street (between First and Third Streets), Alhambra, CA 91801
The 2025 Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival will take place on Saturday, February 8th. The Festival features “cultural performances, live art, cooking demonstrations, and more.” Plus, there will be a Kid’s Zone, a Wellness Pavilion, handcrafted goods for sale, as well as delicious food.
126th Golden Dragon Parade
Starting at Hill Street and Ord Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
The 126th Golden Dragon Parade is happening on Saturday, February 8th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Families return year after year to witness this colorful, festive parade which has become the “premiere cultural event in the Southern California Asian-American Community.” Enjoy floats, marching bands, entertainers, and more.
Year of the Snake: Painted Jewelry Bowls
George Nye, Jr. Library
6600 Del Amo Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90713
Teens can celebrate the Lunar New Year by making their very own painted jewelry bowls on Wednesday, January 22nd from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. They’ll learn about the Year of the Snake and take home a small bowl to store jewelry or other small items. All materials are provided. This activity is designed for ages 12–17.
Year of the Snake: Celebrate Lunar New Year
Lawndale Library
14615 Burin Ave., Lawndale, CA 90260
Lawndale Library, a branch of the L.A. County Library System, will celebrate the Year of the Snake on Wednesday, January 22nd from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Children will learn about Lunar New Year and will create their own small craft to take home. This activity is recommended for children ages 5–12.
Celebrate Lunar New Year
Bell Library
4411 E. Gage Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Celebrate the Year of the Snake and learn about the Lunar New Year customs and traditions with stories and books on Saturday, January 18th from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. At this event, they’ll also discuss animals in the Chinese Zodiac and create paper lanterns. This activity is for children ages 5–12.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Compton Library
240 W. Compton Blvd., Compton, CA 90220
Your kids can hear about the Year of the Snake while celebrating Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 29th from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Compton Library. They will find out about the traditions and customs of this popular holiday while creating a fun art activity. This event is for children ages 5–12.
Lunar New Year
Lomita Library
24200 Narbonne Ave., Lomita, CA 90717
At Lomita Library your kids can learn about the Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 29th from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. To further celebrate the Year of the Snake they can design a spin drum to take home with them afterward. This activity is for children ages 5–12.
Lunar New Year @ PAM
USC Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101
The USC Pacific Asia Museum invites families to celebrate the Year of the Snake on Saturday, February 1st from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The festivities include a traditional lion dance, storytelling, music, crafts, food trucks, and more. This event is free and includes admission to the museum. A schedule of the day’s events is available online.
D. Yoder Family Sundays: Lunar New Year Celebration
Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens
415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente, CA 92672
Families are invited to celebrate the Year of the Snake at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens on Sunday, February 2nd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The fun includes a lion dance performance, arts and crafts for the kids, and more. RSVP online for this free event.
Chinese Lunar New Year
Santa Monica Place
395 Santa Monica Pl., Santa Monica, CA 90401
From January 28th through February 13th, families are invited to “write a wish for the cherry blossom wishing trees, stand under the red and gold lanterns in Center Plaza, and grab a photo” with the festive décor. Additionally, a special celebration is planned for Saturday, February 8th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The celebration includes lion dances, craft kits for kids, a Chinese dough artist, and more.
2025 San Gabriel Lunar Lantern Festival
San Gabriel Mission District
320 S. Mission Dr., San Gabriel, CA 91776
The San Gabriel Lunar Lantern Festival will be celebrated on Saturday, February 1st (10 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sunday, February 2nd (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.). The festival features amazing lantern displays, live performances, food, artisan vendors, and more.
Lunar New Year Celebration 2025: Year of the Snake
Central Library
630 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, CA 90071
The Central Library is hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, January 11th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Kids and teens who attend this event will get to celebrate the Year of the Snake by making two lanterns from the instruction of Emmy Lam.
Lunar New Year at the Nixon Library
Richard Nixon Library and Museum
18001 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, CA 92886
The Nixon Library is hosting a Lunar New Year event on Tuesday, January 28th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with special cultural performances and food. Details are available online.
2025 Orange County Lunar New Year Tet Festival
Mile Square Regional Park
16801 Euclid St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708
The 2025 Orange County Lunar New Year Tet Festival takes place on Friday, January 31st through Sunday, February 2nd. Enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, food, and the “opportunity to experience the Vietnamese Cultural Center.” Register online for this free event.
11th Annual Port of Los Angeles Lunar New Year Festival
Cabrillo Way Marina
2293 Miner St., San Pedro, CA
The annual Port of Los Angeles Lunar New Year Festival will happen on Saturday, January 25th from 3:00 pm to 4:15 pm. The free community event will feature musical and dance performances, a petting zoo, wishing wall, on-site food trucks, and more.
Year of the Snake Craft
Memorial Branch Library
4625 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019
The Memorial Branch Library will host a Lunar New Year celebration for teens on January 29th from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The event includes the opportunity to make a snake keychain and learn more about the Year of the Snake.
Celebrate Lunar New Year
La Mirada Library
13800 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA 90638
La Mirada Library, part of the LA County Library System, will celebrate Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 29th from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the Chinese culture by listening to Natasha Yim read aloud from the book, Lunar New Year. In addition, kids will get to hear about “the significance of the lantern” and create their lantern own to take home. For ages 5 and up.
Chinese Paper Lanterns with Emmy Lam
Fairview Branch Library
2101 Ocean Park Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
To celebrate the Year of the Snake, kids can learn about the Lunar New Year and make a paper lantern on Friday, January 24th from 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. All materials are provided. Space is limited. This activity is for kids ages 8 and up.
Happy Year of the Snake
Alma Reaves Woods-Watts Branch Library
10205 Compton Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90002
Kids can enjoy learning about the Year of the Snake on Tuesday, January 28th at 3:00 p.m. at the Almar Reaves Woods-Watts Branch Library. As they learn about the Lunar New Year, children will get the chance to make a dragon mask to celebrate the Year of the Snake.
2025 Westminster Tet Parade
Bolsa Ave. between Magnolia St. and Bushard St., Westminster, CA
The City of Westminster invites families to its 2025 Tet Parade on Saturday, February 1st. The opening ceremony begins at 8:30 a.m., and the parade starts at 9:30 a.m. The parade will feature marching bands, color guards, youth organizations, floats, community groups, lion dances, and more.
Lunar New Year at the L.A. Zoo
Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens
5333 Zoo Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90027
The Los Angeles Zoo will celebrate the Lunar New Year on Saturday, February 1st, and Sunday, February 2nd. To celebrate the Year of the Snake, there will be a number of traditional music and dance performances, hands-on education stations, special animal feedings, and more. Details and tickets are available online.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Citadel Outlets
100 Citadel Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90040
Citadel Outlets will be hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 1st and Sunday, February 2nd from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm each day. Festivities feature “vibrant and energetic Lunar New Year inspired entertainment to bring good luck and fortune.” In addition, from January 13th through February 9th, be sure to stop by Customer Service to pick up a free red envelope. Each envelope holds a special surprise!
Chinese New Year Festival
The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Rd., San Marino, CA 91108
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at The Huntington on Saturday, February 1st and Sunday, February 2nd from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. Families will enjoy lion dancers, martial arts demonstrations, music, floral arts, story time and more. A schedule of events is available on the website. Advance tickets are required and are available online.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Beverly Center
8500 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles 90048
Beverly Center is celebrating the Year of the Snake with a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, January 25th. Festivities include dragon and lion dance performances, a Kung Fu demonstration, live DJ sets, food, and more. Tickets are available online.
Lunar New Year Celebration
The Shops at Santa Anita
400 S. Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007
Visit The Shops at Santa Anita on Saturday, January 25th from1:00 pm to 4:00 pm for a special Lunar New Year Celebration. The festivities include balloon twisting, face painting, arts and crafts, and more.
Lunar New Year Celebration
Plaza West Covina
112 Plaza Dr., West Covina, CA 91790
Plaza West Covina is hosting a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, January 25th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with crafts, lucky red envelopes (with prizes inside), character meet-and-greets, and more. Register online for this free event.
Lunar New Year
One Colorado
41 Hugus Aly, Pasadena, CA 91103
Celebrate Lunar New Year at One Colorado on Saturday, February 8th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. “Enjoy live music, traditional dragon and lion performances, lantern crafting, red envelope giveaways and more.” Check the website to reserve your spot for this free event.
Lunar New Year Celebration
The District at Tustin Legacy
2437 Park Ave., Tustin, CA 92782
The District at Tustin Legacy is holding a Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, January 25th from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. This free event will feature lion dance performances, a martial arts show, kids’ crafts, “Lucky Red Envelopes” with $2 bills to the first 500 guests, and more.
Têt (Lunar New Year) Festival
Centennial Park
3000 W. Edinger Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92704
The City of Santa Ana is holding their Têt (Lunar New Year) Festival on Saturday, January 25th from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Celebrate the Year of the Snake with cultural exhibits, live performances including a lion dance and dragon dance, food vendors, a kids’ zone, a fireworks show (at 5:45 pm), and more.
Lunar New Year Celebration and
Lunar New Year Dragon Dance
Rosemead Library
8800 Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770
Rosemead Library is hosting two special Lunar New Year events this weekend. On Friday, January 24th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm there will be a special storytime featuring The Lunar New Year Surprise by Jade Wang, and children will have the chance to work on some fun art activities. Recommended for children ages 5-12.
And on Saturday, January 25th from 11:45 am to 12:15 pm, the Library invites families to celebrate the Year of the Snake with an “exciting dragon dance performance from the San Gabriel Valley Chinese Cultural Association.” This is an all-ages event.
Celebrate Lunar New Year!
Norwood Library
4550 Peck Road, El Monte, CA 91732
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Norwood Library on Friday, January 24th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. There will be arts and crafts activities available, and each child in attendance will have the opportunity to select a book to take home. Recommended for children ages 5-12. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Celebrate the Year of the Snake
Kidspace Children’s Museum
480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Kidspace Children’s Museum on Saturday, January 25th and Sunday, January 26th. “Welcome the Year of the Snake at Kidspace with special art activities, a cozy pop-up library dedicated to the Chinese zodiac, spectacular traditional Lion Dance performances, and more! According to the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Snake is a time for renewal, transformation, and growth.” Lion Dance performances will take place at 12:00 pm each day. The Lunar New Year celebration is included in general admission. Tickets are available online.
Happy Lunar New Year
Norton Simon Museum
411 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105
The Norton Simon Museum invites families to celebrate the Lunar New Year on Sunday, January 26th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Celebrate the Year of the Snake while learning about the holiday and exploring images of snakes from the Museum’s collection. Children will then spend time creating crafts including red envelopes, paper lanterns, and snake puppets. Recommended for children ages 4-12. This program is included in general admission. (Admission is always free for children 17 and younger.) Register online.
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