Orlando transforms into a vibrant tapestry of culture and tradition during the Lunar New Year celebrations. From dazzling parades featuring vibrant dragons and lion dances to captivating cultural performances and authentic Asian cuisine, the city offers a unique and immersive experience for locals and visitors alike.
These events are among our favorite things to do in Orlando this weekend, and this month.
Join the festivities as we usher in good fortune and prosperity with a kaleidoscope of colors, sounds, and flavors that celebrate the rich heritage of Asian communities. Many of these events take place in the Milk District as well as near Little Vietnam.
Lunar New Year Events This Month
Lunar New Year
- Date: February 10 -17, 2026
- Location: The Courtesy, 1288 N Orange Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
Enjoy a specialty Lunar New Year cocktail menu, thematic decor and a celebration of life’s good fortunes – like a great cocktail among great friends. One mocktail will also be available.
No reservations are required but strongly encouraged for opening night and the weekend.
Morimoto Asia’s Limited-Time Lunar New Year Menu
- Dates: now through February 28, 2026
- Location: Morimoto Asia, Disney Springs
Celebrate Lunar New Year with exclusive offerings at Morimoto Asia and the Passport to Morimoto Asia program. The Mongolian Milk Tea is crafted from black tea, Calpico, and carrot juice – only available to enjoy until February 28
Enjoy these limited-time dishes and toast to the Year of the Fire Horse in style!
Lunar New Year at The Moderne
- Date: February 17, 5:00 p.m.
- The Moderene, Orlando
Take home a tiki mug with the purchase of the year of the horse themed cocktail. While supplies last. Red envelopes containing Moderne bucks that are redeemable for menu items.
Local vendors on the patio. Lion Dance at 7:15 p.m.
Central Florida Dragon Parade & Lunar New Year Festival Market
- Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026, Parade – 11am-12pm, Market – 11am-4pm
- Location: Mills 50 District, Parade begins at Lake Highland Dr & N. Mills Ave
- Cost: FREE admission
The 14th Annual Central Florida Dragon Parade celebrates the Lunar New Year with colorful dragon dancing, marching bands, community groups, and cultural performances. The parade winds through the Mills 50 district, concluding with a festival market featuring street food, Asian snacks, and artisan vendors.
4th Annual Avalon SpringFest 2026 – Lunar New Year Festival
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026, 12pm-6pm
- Location: 3801 Avalon Park East Blvd., Orlando, Florida 32828
- Cost: FREE admission
Asia Trend proudly presents the annual Avalon Park’s Lunar New Year Festival and SpringFest! Located at Avalon Park, a premier community in East Orlando, the SpringFest aims to bring joy, unity, harmony, and diversity to the community.
Put on your calendar for next year
Celebrate Lunar Festival 2026
- Date: January 31, 2026, 12pm-9pm
- Location: Luminary Green Park, 437 N Terry Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
- Cost: $15 adults, $7 children 10 and under
Get ready for the 5th annual Celebrate Lunar festival! Celebrate Lunar is a joyful fusion of Asia’s diverse cultures, featuring authentic cuisines—from Chinese and Korean to Vietnamese, Filipino, Japanese, and more—and captivating performances that capture the spirit of the season.
Annual Ramen Rumble
- Date: Monday, February 2, 2026, 5:30pm-7:30pm & 8pm-10pm
- Location: Morimoto Asia
- Cost: $100 per person
While not specifically celebrating Lunar New Year, this electrifying culinary competition brings together five of Central Florida’s best and brightest chefs, who will present a unique style of ramen, each made with creative toppings and textures for guests to sample and vote on. Participating Chefs will compete for the championship title of “Ramen Royalty of Central Florida,” plus bragging rights and the coveted “Broth Belt” trophy.
Tet Festival 2026
- Date: Saturday & Sunday, February 7, 10am-12:30am and February 8, 2026, 10am-5pm
- Location: Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32808
- Cost: FREE admission
Tet Festival 2026 proudly presents a stellar lineup of well-known Vietnamese artists and performers, who will light up the night with beloved Vietnamese songs and exciting dances! This incredible concert is a celebration of Vietnamese culture, community, and connection. Enjoy a variety of live music performances, games, indoor & outdoor activities, authentic Vietnamese food, and prizes.
Lunar New Year Asian Fair
- Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026, 9am-4pm
- Location: Enson Market Back Parking Lot, 5132 W Colonial Dr Orlando, FL, 32808
- Cost: FREE admission
Celebrate the joy of the Lunar New Year with a vibrant festival full of colors, good food, performance, traditions, and excitement!
Vietnamese Community Festival
- Dates: Friday – Sunday, January 16 – 18, 2026
- Location: Central Florida Fairgrounds, 4603 W Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32808
- Cost: FREE admission and parking
The Vietnamese Community Festival is the largest cultural event in Orlando, and it promises to be an exciting and vibrant celebration of Vietnamese traditions. This Festival offers a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and celebrate their rich cultural heritage.
Including authentic Vietnamese cuisine, traditional performances, and exciting activities creates an immersive and memorable experience for all attendees. The event not only strengthens cultural connections but also provides a platform to share and appreciate the beautiful traditions and customs of Vietnam.
