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THE PATH OF PROSPERITY
The Market Place
Join us in The Market Place as we light traditional lanterns, symbolically warding off evil and lighting the path to a brighter future. The warm glow is the perfect accompaniment to our range of beautiful photo opportunities, family-friendly entertainment, face-painting and crafts.
GOLDEN GATHERING
Community Celebration
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 | 12PM – 3PM
Get ready to gallop into an afternoon of unbridled family fun — from dynamic lion dances and explosive martial arts performances to rhythmic drum teams, prosperity postcards, and more. You won’t want to miss the “mane” event!
Lanterns of Light
FEBRUARY 1 7 – MARCH 3
Bask in the glow of the illuminated Lunar New Year lantern installation at The Market Place, as it lights the way to good fortune and a prosperous spring.
FESTIVITIES ARE JUST AROUND THE CORNER
Neighborhood Centers
Celebrations are never far away, with local festivities happening to ring in Lunar New Year at Woodbury Town Center, Culver Plaza, and Woodbridge Village Center. Join us for fun and merriment throughout Orange County.
The Wishing Wall
WOODBRIDGE VILLAGE CENTER
FEBRUARY 1 7 – MARCH 3
There’s nothing quite as powerful as setting intentions at the start of a new year. Add yours to the Wishing Wall and may all of your dreams come true.
Pose Under the Pergola
CULVER PLAZA
FEBRUARY 1 7 – MARCH 3
Capture photo memories beneath the picturesque Lunar New Year pergola — a stunning setting to celebrate the season.
WOODBURY NIGHT MARKET
Lunar New Year Edition
WOODBURY TOWN CENTER
sunday, FEBRUARY 22 | 4PM – 7PM
Experience the electric energy of a bustling night market! With a spectacular drone show lighting up the sky, this is an event you won’t want to miss. Come hungry for street food, storytelling, K-pop DJs, and so much more. See you under the stars!
RICH TRADITIONS WITH ARTFUL STYLE
Fashion Island
Join us at Fashion Island as we honor the arrival of Spring and wave in good fortune with artistic activities like family-friendly kite painting, art installations, and more.
THE WISHING WORKSHOP
Family Fun
saturday, FEBRUARY 28 | 12PM – 3:30PM
Bring your kiddos, creativity, and Fire Horse flair to the Garden of Good Fortune for a lively afternoon of lion dancing, craftmaking, calligraphy demos and community fun.
Fire Horse Installation
FEBRUARY 1 7 – MARCH 3
Experience the exhilarating energy of the Fire Horse, a symbol of passion and spirited grace, through our centerpiece installation. Celebrate a season of togetherness and prosperity under the Newport sun.
CELEBRATE THE GIFT OF GOOD FORTUNE
Irvine Spectrum Center
At Irvine Spectrum Center, we’re paying homage to Lunar New Year with vibrant art installations, dragon dances and cultural performances for the whole family to enjoy.
Orange Tree Installation
FEBRUARY 1 7 – MARCH 3
Family is everything during Lunar New Year. Make memories together, surrounded by abundant orange trees — a cherished symbol of the season.
A FESTIVAL OF TRADITION
Entertainment Galore
sunday, MARCH 1 | 12PM – 4PM
Enjoy an action-packed afternoon of meaningful cultural performances by the wildly talented students from South Coast Chinese Cultural Center. Get ready for a dazzling spectacle of lion and dragon dances, drumming, and martial arts. Plus: face painting, balloon arts, seasonal mocktails and more!
CELEBRATION GUIDE
A Beautiful
Journey Awaits
Explore our Lunar New Year Celebration Guide — your roadmap to all things festive. From artisan gifts and symbolic décor to zodiac-inspired activities and special dining moments, celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse through the beauty of culture, flavor, and connection.
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