Lunar New Year

Saturday, February 22, 2025

11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Located

at Hing Hay Park

Lunar New Year Celebration is Saturday, February 22, 2025.

Welcome to CIDBIA's annual Lunar New Year Celebration. 2025 marks the Year of the Snake!

Vendor booths will line up along S King St., dance performances and music will take place throughout the main stage at Hing Hay Park, foodies will have the opportunity to explore 40+ food walk destinations — you can truly feel the atmosphere of this cultural intersection. We look forward to celebrating with you soon!

I'm interested in volunteering. How do I sign-up?

I'm interested in being a vendor. How do I apply?

Thanks to high demand, vendor space for the event is full, and vendor applications are now CLOSED. Subscribe to our Newsletter or follow us on Instagram to be notified when applications open for future events.

Do I need to purchase a ticket?

This event is FREE for everyone to attend! There will be food, art, handmade products, and more available to purchase from vendors and local businesses.

How do I get there and/or where do I park?

There are limited parking lots and street parking in the Chinatown-ID, we highly suggest taking public transportation (Link light rail, street car, metro, etc.) If you would like to park nearby, there are lots on 614 Maynard Ave S., 900 S King St., Union Station Garage, and street parking around the event perimeters. See transportation options here.

Will there be restrooms and sanitation stations?

Yes, there will be portable restrooms available within Hing Hay Park, on the north end 6th Ave S between King and Jackson, and on the north end of Maynard between Weller and King. We will also have hand-sanitizing stations available for your convenience.

Can I bring a pet to the event?

Yes! Pets are welcome to join as long as they are properly leashed.

Food Walk

Our Food Walk will feature delicious menu items from Chinatown-ID businesses on Saturday, February 22, 2025 (11:00am-4:00pm). Printed menus can be found at our information booth in Hing Hay Park throughout the event duration.

Download the food walk menu here. View the food walk google map list here.

49. DaDaDa Gallery

513 S Main Street

$10 Hat & T-shirt Sale (in-store only)

up to 85% off SALE on Winter Jackets (in-store only)

Entertainment Schedule

From Lion Dances to traditional martial arts performances, we have a full entertainment schedule for this event! The entertainment schedule will be posted soon.

Year of the Snake Tote

Celebrate 2025 the Year of the Snake and support the CID by purchasing a limited edition tote bag! Purchases can be made at the information booth in Hing Hay Park.

Profits from this fundraiser support the Chinatown-ID Business Improvement Area (CIDBIA), a nonprofit that works to improve Seattle’s Chinatown-International District neighborhood. Thank you for your support!

Sponsor the Lunar New Year Celebration

Thank you to our 2025 sponsors - McDonalds, BECU, Yesler, Uwajimaya, Office of Arts & Culture, Sound Transit, Dali Development, and Marpac Construction.

Interested in supporting the Lunar New Year Celebration as a sponsor? Take a look at our sponsor deck and reach out with any questions.

Celebrate with Us

The Lunar New Year Celebration highlights each zodiac animal and celebrates the year's symbolism in the historic Chinatown-International District (Chinatown-ID). Since its inception, our Lunar New Year Celebration has become one of the largest events of its kind in the region, showcasing the diversity, richness, and cultural heritage of the Asian community.

The celebration features traditional dragon and lion dances, martial arts demonstrations, and other cultural performances on the Main Stage. Visitors can also participate in our Annual Food Walk, sampling dishes from local businesses. With a variety of family-friendly activities, arts and crafts vendors, and cultural exhibits, the event offers something for everyone to enjoy.

In the News

Seattle Times | Where to celebrate Lunar New Year around Seattle in 2025 | Jan. 24, 2025

NWAW | Here's how to celebrate the Year of the Snake | Jan. 24, 2025

NTHP | Coming Together to Celebrate the Year of the Snake | Jan. 24, 2025

Secret Seattle | Top 10 Events For Celebrating The Lunar New Year In Seattle | Jan. 21, 2025

The Lunar Calendar

Lunar New Year celebrates the beginning of a new year on the traditional lunar calendar. Commonly referred to as the Spring Festival, cultures across Asia celebrate Lunar New Year with their own varied customs and traditions. Each year, the lunar calendar is represented by one the 12 zodiacs – which are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.

The first day of the festival begins on the first new moon of the lunar calendar, which varies year to year, depending on the cycles of the moon. Generally, the holiday lands between January 21st and February 20th, and lasts 15 days from New Year’s Eve to the 15th day of the New Year.

This year, Lunar New Year lands on Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025. Celebrations typically begin the night before, and extends up to 15 days. This Lunar New Year marks the transition to the Year of the Snake, which is the sixth animal of the zodiac.

Traditionally, New Year’s eve and New Year’s day are reserved for family celebrations, including religious ceremonies to honor ancestors. Communities celebrate with cultural dances, fireworks, and plenty of traditional foods such as niang gao (sticky rice cake) and fish, to symbolize a surplus in luck and wealth.

Support Us

Consider supporting CIDBIA and our work to provide public safety, sanitation, marketing, and advocacy to area businesses by donating now!

CIDBIA events help fundraise for critical programs that support businesses and residents in this vibrant neighborhood. CIDBIA strives to bring back the community aspect of what festivals and events mean to the Chinatown-International District neighborhood in its many years of being the catalyst for significant cultural moments in Seattle. We hope to continue uncovering unique and equitable ways to build this community, together.