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2026 Lunar New Year Celebration

2026 Lunar New Year Celebration
Chinatown Central Plaza
943 N. Broadway
Los Angeles, California 90012
Saturday, February 28, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Free

Enjoy a Lunar New Year Celebration in the heart of historic Chinatown with an opening ceremony filled with lion dancers and the traditional lighting of 100,000 firecrackers. The free Firecracker Festival features exhibitors, beer garden, vendors, activities for children and plenty of live entertainment. It hosts over 50 exhibitors showcasing products and services including nutrition, beverages, snacks, running shoes and cycling apparel.

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