2026 LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL RECAP
An annual tradition in Houston’s Asiatown since 2003, the festival celebrates both the Lunar New Year and the beauty of Houston’s vast cultural diversity. This year, the Festival will also kick off a series of exciting Asian Heritage seasonal programs that will highlight the culinary delights, artistic wonders, and ancient traditions of Asian cultures.
📸 2026 Lunar New Year Festival Photo Gallery
Relive the celebration and explore our favorite moments from this year’s festival!
DRAGON AND TIGER STAGE 龍虎台
The main attraction of the Lunar New Year Festival, the Dragon and Tiger Stage features performances from across the cultural spectrum, ranging from traditional Lion and Dragon Dances, Kung Fu Demo, traditional Chinese Music Orchestra, etc.
The Festival’s Opening Ceremony will be held on the Dragon and Tiger Stage, where dignitaries, board members, community leaders, and sponsors will kick off the day’s celebration.
GOOD WISHES ARTS CENTER 吉祥民俗文化館
Housed in Chinese Community Center’s USA Sports Center, the Good wished Arts Center will offer a unique and exclusive experience for the whole family to engage in hands-on cultural activities and crafts, such as calligraphy and origami, and learn about the significance of the animals in the Chinese Zodiac.
LUCKY FIND BAZAAR 新春大集市
The outdoor Lucky Find Bazaar features more than 50 vendors and showcases the area’s best restaurants, food trucks, local businesses/non-profits, corporate sponsors, and community partners. This unique gathering is a must-see for all visitors. Everyone at the festival can enjoy a diverse array of fantastic Asian cuisine, fun games, and vendor giveaways. What’s more, there will be Lunar New Year themed photo backdrops throughout the campus, so make sure to take a lot of photos!
EVENT PARKING & TRANSPORTATION
Free Parking Sites
- Chinese Bible Church, 6025 Sovereign Dr, Houston, TX 77036
- Chinese Civic Center, 5905 Sovereign Dr, Houston, TX 77036
- Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation, 6200 Corporate Dr, Houston, TX 77036
- Hua Xia Chinese School, 5925 Sovereign Dr #5, Houston, TX 77036
- Metro Westchase Park and Ride (Designated Shuttle Stop), 11050 Harwin Dr., Houston, TX 77072
- YES Prep West Secondary, 10535 Harwin Dr., Houston, TX 77036
Free Shuttle:
Time:
9:30am – 5:00pm (Shuttle will leave Chinese Community Center every 15 min.)
Live Map
BE PART OF THE FESTIVAL
SPONSORSHIP
Mutiple sponsorship levels are available and include benefits and opportunities for recognition!
VENDORS
Apply online to promote your public agency or business, sell merchandise, food or drinks!
PERFORMERS
Take center stage at our Lunar New Year Festival, this is your chance to shine and find your audience!
VOLUNTEERS
Be part of something memorable, make connections, join us for our pre- and post-event social
CONTACT US
Performers, Media, Sponsorship
Elaine Yuan, Marketing Manager
eyuan@ccchouston.org
Vendor & Volunteer, Logistics
Taylor Edmunds
tedmunds@ccchouston.org
FESTIVAL SPONSORS
Festival Underwriter
Other Festival Sponsors
