Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 in Philadelphia
Get ready to welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with festive events across the city featuring cultural performances, crafts, and delicious dumplings
Ring in the Year of the Horse, or specifically the Year of the Fire Horse in 2026. The Lunar New Year lands officially on Tuesday, February 17, but there are plenty of events before and after in Philadelphia to celebrate the occasion. Many of these events are family-friendly and include performances, giveaways, and more.
Where Can You Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Philly?
Whether through dance, workshops, or parades, Philadelphia’s Lunar New Year events offer families countless ways to celebrate this special tradition together.
Lunar New Year at Please Touch Museum
Saturday, February 21, 2026
Please Touch Museum, 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, 19131
Families can celebrate the Lunar New Year with little ones at Please Touch Museum all day. They offer engaging activities such as Zodiac storytime, calligraphy workshops, a Philadelphia Suns performance, and an end of the day parade. This event ensures an immersive, exciting day to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
Lunar New Year at The Rail Park
Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1 pm
The Rail Park, N. Broad and Noble St., Philadelphia, PA, 19123
Friends and families can welcome the Year of the Horse at The Rail Park. This event features Lion Dances by the Philadelphia Suns and the Penn Lions, Tai Chi Performances by the Crane Center Tai Chi Team, and K-Pop Dance Classes by Ballet Sunmi. Throughout these performances, there will also be a flower market by Horticulture, horseback riding with the Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club, and more!
Lunar New Year at Dilworth Park
Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 5 pm
Dilworth Park, 1 S. 15th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19102
Families can enjoy a festive celebration finale along with a red envelope giveaway for the first 100 guests. Additionally, ice skating will be available throughout the evening. The entertainment begins with a beautiful performance by Kun-Yang/Lin Dance followed by Chinese opera performed by Jiaye Xu from Temple University’s Boyer College of Music and Dance. The event wraps up with a performance of the Philadelphia Suns. All in all, this is a wonderful way to experience culture, movement, and community together.
Lunar New Year Celebration at Franklin Square
Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 5 pm
Franklin Square, 200 N. 6th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19106
With this event, families can celebrate the Year of the Horse alongside Philadelphia’s Chinatown community. This event features Philly Suns Lion Dancers, children’s crafts with Asian Arts Initiative, red envelope giveaways, and a free dumpling-making workshop led by Michael Chow from Sang Kee Peking Duck House.
Chinatown Day Parade
Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 10 am
Chinatown, N. 10th St., Philadelphia, PA, 19107
Families are invited to take part in the Chinatown Parade during the day located at Chinatown. While this event features a day parade open to all ages, they also have a night parade that lasts until midnight. This is a vibrant celebration where everyone can experience the color, energy, and traditions of Lunar New Year together at the heart of Chinatown.
Lunar New Year at Parkway Central Library
Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1 pm
Parkway Central Library, 1901 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103
Parkway Central Library welcomes families to ring in Lunar New Year with some dynamic Kyo Daiko drumming, opera and vocal showcases, traditional dance, and a vibrant fashion show highlighting cultural dress and seasonal traditions. Throughout the afternoon, guests of all ages can enjoy more than ten free performances spread across two library floors with each one offering a glimpse into the beauty and variety of Lunar New Year celebrations. Additionally, lucky visitors will take home special cultural gifts.
Ring in the Lunar New Year the Philly Way
Come together for these end-of-winter celebrations where families can honor tradition, culture, and community as Philadelphia rings in the Lunar New Year.
Check our calendar listing below for more Lunar New Year events. Find even more family fun in our Winter Family Fun Guide!
Lead photo courtesy of Penn Museum.
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Artsy Craftsy Storytime: Lunar New Year Lanterns
Kingsessing Library 1201 South 51st Street (5lst St. between Kingsessing and Chester Avenues), Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate Lunar New Year at Kingsessing Library with Librarian Rachel. This event features stories, scarves, songs as well as making red paper lanterns.
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Chinatown Night Parade
Philadelphia Chinatown Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse with the Chinatown Parade.
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Soup Dumpling Workshop at Dim Sum Garden
dim sum garden 1024 Race St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCome together at Dim Sum Garden Philadelphia (1024 Race St) for an immersive, hands-on Soup Dumpling (Xiao Long Bao) Workshop led by Shizhou Da (Head Chef of Dim Sum Garden). Register for the event here.
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Calligraphy Workshop
Crane Community Center 1001 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies can come together for an interactive workshop that explores one of the oldest and most respected art forms in China, which is Chinese Calligraphy. This art form stretches back more than 3,000 years. It is the art of writing Chinese characters with a brush […]
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K-pop Party Night at Philadelphia Museum of Art
Philadelphia Museum of Art 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAt Philadelphia Museum of Art, celebrate Lunar New Year by dancing the away the night to some favorite K-Pop tunes, featuring a live DJ performance and drop-in artmaking inspired by Korean art in their collection.
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Lunar New Year at Please Touch Museum
Please Touch Museum 4231 Avenue of the Republic, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesRing in the Year of the Horse at Please Touch Museum! Families can enjoy a festive performance by the Philadelphia Suns and interactive workshops that bring the traditions of the holiday to life.
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Lunar New Year at The Rail Park
The Rail Park Noble Street, N Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Saturday, February 21, come together at The Rail Park to celebrate the Lunar New Year. This event will include Lion Dances by the Philadelphia Suns and the Penn Lions, Tai Chi Performances by the Crane Center Tai Chi Team, and K Pop Dance Classes […]
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Tzu Chi Philadelphia’s Lunar New Year Blessing Ceremony
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown 1201 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesThe Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation Philadelphia Service Center will be holding its annual Lunar New Year Blessing Ceremony on Saturday, February 2nd, 2026 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. This is an opportunity for people to get together as a community and a family, to learn […]
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Lunar New Year at Dilworth Park
Dilworth Park 1 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies can enjoy the celebration finale with a red envelope giveaway for the first 100 guests, ice skating throughout the evening, and exciting performances. The entertainment kicks off at 5:30 pm with Kun-Yang/Lin Dance, followed by a Chinese opera performance at 6 pm and the […]
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Lunar New Year Celebration at Franklin Square
Franklin Square 200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOn Saturday, February 21, celebrate the Year of the Horse with partners from Philadelphiaโs Chinatown. This event features Philly Suns Lion Dancers at 5pm, crafts for children with Asian Arts Initiative, red envelope surprise giveaways, and a free dumpling workshop with Michael Chow from Sang Kee Peking Duck […]
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Chinatown Day Parade
Philadelphia Chinatown Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse with the Chinatown Parade.
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Calligraphy Workshop
Crane Community Center 1001 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies can come together for an interactive workshop that explores one of the oldest and most respected art forms in China, which is Chinese Calligraphy. This art form stretches back more than 3,000 years. It is the art of writing Chinese characters with a brush […]
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Lion Dance Workshop & Mini Parade
Chinese Christian Church & Center Playground 933 Spring St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies can celebrate the Lunar New Year by learning the fundamentals of traditional lion dance! This hands-on workshop introduces basic movements, rhythms (drumming and cymbals), and the cultural meaning behind lion dance. The also includes a short demonstration by the Philly Suns team and practice. The […]
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Chinatown Chinese New Year Market
Crane Community Center 1001 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCelebrate the Year of the Horse with Chinatown's Chinese New Year Market. Friends and families can come together to explore stands, food, and more!
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Kung Fu Workshop
Crane Community Center 1001 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies can learn the fundamentals of Kung Fu with this indoor Kung Fu workshop! Learn basic Kung Fu moves, techniques, and stances in a safe, beginner-friendly environment. Ages 10โ70 are welcome. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Register here.
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Lantern Making Workshop
Crane Community Center 1001 Vine St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies are invited to celebrate the Lantern Festival (which marks the end of Chinese New Year) by learning the art of lantern making! With this class, participants will receive a DIY lantern kit, learn a brief history of the Lantern Festival, and get step-by-step guidance […]
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Lion Dance Workshop & Mini Parade
Chinese Christian Church & Center Playground 933 Spring St, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFamilies can celebrate the Lunar New Year by learning the fundamentals of traditional lion dance! This hands-on workshop introduces basic movements, rhythms (drumming and cymbals), and the cultural meaning behind lion dance. The also includes a short demonstration by the Philly Suns team and practice. The […]
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Lunar New Year at Parkway Central Library
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Children's Department Ground Floor - Room 22, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesParkway Central Library welcomes families to celebrate Lunar New Year with the vibrant sounds of Kyo Daiko drumming, traditional dances, opera performances, and a colorful fashion show featuring cultural attire. With more than ten performances across two floors, guests of all ages can experience the […]
