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Lunar New Year Festival | Hakone Estate

March 8, 2026 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

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Hakone Estate and Gardens will celebrate the Chinese “Year of the Horse” at its annual Lunar New Year Festival on March 8, 2026 from 11am – 3pm.

The Celebration traditionally includes:

  • Traditional Lion Dance at Noon
  • Kung Fu Martial Arts
  • Tai Chi Performance Solo Dance ~ The Drunken Beauty
  • Asian Traditional Dance Calligraphy
  • Art & Crafts Corner, Fun Games
  • Local Vendor Booths Food & Boba Tea for purchase and more.

Children’s Costume Parade

Hakone will continue its beloved annual tradition of hosting a children’s lunar festival costume parade in the garden at 1:30, where children 12 and under wear festive Asian outfits and receive a souvenir gift (parents must register their children by noon). Other kid’s activities will round out the afternoon, from face painting to crafts.

Admission Fee: Adult (18 – 64) $12 | Seniors (65+) $10 | Kids (5 – 17) $8

The event is free with admission.

Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.

Free Free with Admission
21000 Big Basin Way
Saratoga, CA 95070 United States
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Lunar New Year Celebration | Cupertino Village

February 2, 2025 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Cupertino Village will welcome the Year of the Snake with a fun-filled Lunar New Year celebration.

During the event, which will take place on the lawn between 99 Ranch Market and Tofu Plus, there will be traditional lion and dragon dancers each accompanied by a talented drum troupe, a calligrapher translating English names into Chinese on beautiful silk fans, martial arts exhibitions, and a selfie spot featuring a creative Lunar New Year backdrop with a traditional brass gong.

Children are invited to make their own swirling snake and magic painting during a special children’s craft activity (while supplies last) and will enjoy a special storytime with bilingual Mandarin and English readings of “Nian, The Chinese New Year Dragon” and “PoPo’s Lucky Chinese New Year” by a native speaker dressed in Lunar New Year attire.

This event is free and open to the public; no pre-registration is required.

Please double check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.

Free
10869 North Wolfe Road
Cupertino, California 95014 United States

City of Mountain View Lunar New Year Celebration

February 28, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

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Welcome the Year of the Horse with an afternoon of energy, culture, and community at Mountain View’s Lunar New Year Celebration on Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mountain View Community Center.

A Day of Fun for Everyone
This year’s celebration features a little something for everyone with a vibrant lineup of:

  • Community Connections: Visit booths hosted by local organizations and neighbors.
  • Live Performances: Enjoy dynamic cultural displays and music.
  • Hands-on Fun: Get creative with interactive crafts and festive games for all ages.
  • Local Flavors: Take a break and grab a delicious meal from local food trucks.

Come together with neighbors and friends to honor tradition while creating new memories.

Please double check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at events@celebrate-family.com

Free
201 South Rengstorff Avenue
Mountain View, CA 94040

Lunar New Year Family Celebration | Gamble Gardens

February 14, 2026 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with tours, crafts, activities, and more.  RSVP LINK. Gamble Garden welcomes you to spend a beautiful February morning with us. Explore our unique three-acre garden on a guided garden tour for adults or nature hunt for families.

See a thrilling Chinese Lion Dance and try out a variety of hands-on activities and crafts in honor of the Year of the Horse. Please support Second Saturday with an optional donation when you register.

Please double check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed after they are added to CelebrateFamily.us. Let us know about any changes at REPORT EVENT

Free Free, but reservations/ticket required.
1431 Waverley Street
Palo Alto, CA 94301 United States

Lunar New Year Celebration – Jack London Square

February 21, 2026 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Jack London Square will be celebrating the Lunar New Year with a fun-filled celebration from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

Attendees will enjoy lion dancers, martial arts performances, a kid’s craft and a Year of the Snake selfie photo op.

 This event is free and open to the public; no pre-registration is required.

Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.

Free
Broadway and Embarcadero
Oakland, CA 94607
510.645.9292