Lunarfest 2026 – Year of the Horse
The Yale-China Association is proud to present the 15th annual Lunarfest in New Haven, Connecticut, on Saturday, February 21, 2026. As the largest celebration of Lunar New Year in Connecticut, Lunarfest serves as a premiere cultural event, promoting cross-cultural understanding through vibrant community collaborations. Lunarfest 2026 celebrates the Year of the Horse. The day’s festivities will begin at 10 am with a parade down Whitney Avenue between Grove and Trumbull Streets featuring a lion dance, a traditional Chinese dance performance, martial arts demonstrations, and speeches from local community leaders. Following the parade will be various events and activities that are free and open to the public. Please visit our website for the complete schedule: https://www.yalechina.org/lunarfest.
Bring your family, friends, and festive spirit! Join us in welcoming the Year of the Horse!