"Lunar New Year is one of New York's most anticipated annual events, a joyous celebration packed with dancing dragons, loud firecrackers, stunning ensembles, delicious food and more. We officially rang in the Year of the Fire Horse on Tuesday, February 17 but the spirited festivities continue throughout the month, all leading up to Chinatown's big Lunar New Year Parade on March 1."
"Gather the whole family for this interactive Lunar New Year celebration at the China Institute - on Saturday, February 21, the day-long festivities will kick off with a lion dance and a music performance by Echos of China Ensemble, followed by a series of experiential stations and interactive workshops. If you're interested in ancient Chinese culture, you'll be able to learn more about fan making, traditional puzzles, lantern riddles, Yuan Bao Tea, and many other activities."
Lunar New Year celebrations in New York City continue after officially beginning on Tuesday, February 17, with community events running through the month and culminating in Chinatown's Lunar New Year Parade on March 1. A rooftop party, LES After Dark: Year of the Horse, takes place Saturday, February 21 from 8pm to 11pm at UNLISTED atop the UNTITLED Hotel, featuring DJ Ezzek, Year of the Horse cocktails, and Water Magic Fortune Telling. The China Institute hosts a family-focused, day-long celebration on February 21 with a lion dance, a performance by Echos of China Ensemble, experiential stations, and workshops on fan making, lantern riddles, Yuan Bao Tea, and more. Short films by Asian American and Asian filmmakers are also being spotlighted during the season.
Read at Time Out New York
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