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
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.
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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!
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.
Check back for 2026 updates…
Morimoto Asia’s Limited-Time Lunar New Year Menu
- Dates: 2026 TBD
- Location: Morimoto Asia, Disney Springs
Celebrate Lunar New Year with exclusive offerings at Morimoto Asia:
- Snake Eyes Cocktail: A mezcal-based drink with banana liqueur, coconut, lime juice, and a half-salt rim.
- Tempura Softshell Crab: Crispy and flavorful appetizer.
- Bossam-Style Pork Belly: A rich and tender entrée.
Enjoy these limited-time dishes and toast to the Year of the Snake in style!
Lunar New Year
- Date: 2026 TBD
- Location: The Courtesy, 1288 N Orange Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789
From Wednesday, Jan 29th through Sunday, February 2nd, 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.
- Red Panda Noodle will be serving on Jan 29th from 7pm – 10pm
- Hapa Halo Grill will close things out on Sunday, Feb 2nd from 6pm – 9pm.
Lunar New Year Vision Board Workshop
- Date: 2026 TBD
- Location: Quantum Leap Winery, 4404 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL 32804
In this guided workshop, you’ll create your own Vision Board, a visual representation of your goals, dreams, and desires. With a variety of materials provided, including magazines, markers, and images, craft a personal collage that captures your aspirations for health, career, relationships, travel, and more. Whether you’re seeking clarity on your path or looking to amplify your intentions, this workshop will inspire and empower you to manifest your best year yet. One glass of wine or a mocktail is included in your ticket price. Light refreshments and a special wine selection will be available for purchase as you tap into your creative energy.
Pottery Workshop: Chinese New Year Lantern
- Date: 2026 TBD
- Location: Piante Design, 141 Lincoln Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789
This hands-on, creative experience is the perfect way to usher in the Year of the Snake, while learning the art of pottery. You’ll have the chance to incorporate meaningful symbols, such as the lucky red color, intricate patterns, or elements that represent prosperity, health, and happiness for the new year. Whether you choose to display it as a decorative piece or light it up with a tea light, your ceramic lantern will bring warmth and light into your home, celebrating the joy and renewal that comes with the Chinese New Year.
Orlando Chinese Celebration Chinese New Year Gala
- Date: 2026 TBD
- Location: 555 Martin Street Apopka, FL 32712
Enjoy a festive evening filled with cultural performances of traditional Chinese celebrations. Come and experience the vibrant sights and sounds of Chinese New Year with us. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to celebrate the start of the Lunar New Year in style!
Lunar New Year Festival
- Date: 2026 TBD
- Location: XiuMi – The Cutie Shop, 437 N Terry Ave, Orlando, FL 32801
Enjoy a Lunar New Year Festival celebration at XiuMi – The Cutie Shop. They'll have crochet, Popmart, and more other cutie stuff.
College Park Community Acupuncture Lunar New Year Event
- Date: 2026 TBD
- Location: Quantum Leap Winery, 4404 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL
Head to Quantum Leap Winery for a free Lunar New Year event with College Park Community Acupuncture! They will be offering Ear Seeds; Ear Seeds are small objects placed on the ear to stimulate acupuncture or acupressure points to promote relaxation. In addition, they will also offer essential oils on acupuncture points. Donations are encouraged as this event is free.
Put on the calendar for next year…
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.
