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Chinese New Year celebration featuring live dance, music and other performances, plus traditional food, crafts and more at Aon Grand Ballroom in Navy Pier on Saturday, February 16, 2019. Photo: Abel Arciniega/for Choose Chicago

Lunar New Year in Chicago

Year of the Horse 2026

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Ring in the Lunar New Year in Chicago! The city is welcoming the Year of the Horse from Feb. 15 – March 1, 2026. Enjoy colorful parades, cultural celebrations, dining specials, shopping offers, and more.

Discover ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year in Chicago. Check back as more events are added!

Lunar New Year parades in Chicago

Lunar New Year parade on Argyle
Feb21
Lunar New Year parade on Argyle

The Uptown neighborhood will welcome the Year of the Horse with their annual Argyle Lunar New Year parade, featuring community groups, cultural institutions, dancers, and performers. There will also be pop-ups with family-friendly activities.

The celebration will take place throughout Asia on Argyle, a thriving cultural corridor home to many Asian-owned businesses and authentic Asian culinary options.

Saturday February 21, 2026

Argyle Street

Lunar New Year parade in Chinatown
Mar1
Lunar New Year parade in Chinatown

The Chinatown Lunar New Year celebration ushers in the Year of the Horse with traditional lion dances, cultural performances, and more during a colorful outdoor celebration.

Chicago’s historic Chinatown community is a vibrant enclave overflowing with traditional architecture, cultural experiences, family-owned restaurants, and more.

Sunday March 1, 2026

4th Street and Wentworth Avenue to Chinatown Square

CULINARY EVENTS

Lunar New Year brings an array of delicious culinary events to Chicago, from dumpling-making workshops to traditional Chinese feasts.

Chinese New Year Dumpling Making Dinner
Feb 14 – Feb 22
Chinese New Year Dumpling Making Dinner

Join the 21st annual Chinese New Year dumpling making dinner at Hing Kee Restaurant in Chinatown.

Get ready to indulge in a fun-filled afternoon of family-style celebration as we welcome the Year of the Snake!

Grab your tickets new, the event sells out every year!

  • Saturday, Feb. 14
  • Sunday, Feb. 15
  • Saturday, Feb. 21
  • Sunday, Feb. 22
Saturday February 14, 2026 Sunday February 22, 2026

Hing Kee Restaurant
2140 S. Archer Ave.

Chinese New Year Tea at The Peninsula Chicago
Feb 20 – Feb 22
Chinese New Year Tea at The Peninsula Chicago

Indulge in Chinese fare and watch classic lion dances in a festive atmosphere at The Peninsula’s Chinese New Year Afternoon Tea on Feb. 20, 21, and 22.

Or join the new Chinese New Year Brunch Buffet, featuring a curated menu of traditional items like dim sum, Peking duck, entrées, and desserts on Sunday, Feb. 22.

Friday February 20, 2026 Sunday February 22, 2026

The Peninsula Chicago
108 East Superior Street

Lunar New Year Celebration Dinner
Feb23
Lunar New Year Celebration Dinner

Enjoy a festive evening of good company and delicious food during the Lunar New Year dinner at Phoenix Restaurant, one of Chinatown’s classic dim sum palaces.

Monday February 23, 2026

Phoenix Restaurant
2131 S. Archer Ave.

Lunar New Year events at 2d Restaurant
Feb 13 – Feb 27
Lunar New Year events at 2d Restaurant

This unique AAPI-owned restaurant in the Lakeview neighborhood will host a variety of Lunar New Year events.

Learn the art of calligraphy and traditional dumpling-making during hands-on workshops and enjoy special treats and giveaways throughout the month.

Friday February 13, 2026 Friday February 27, 2026

3155 N. Halsted St.

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