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Chicago will ring in the Lunar New Year with a series of parades, performances and marketplaces throughout the city. For 2024, the Lunar New Year honors the Year of The Dragon 4722, which symbolizes a year of power, wisdom and good fortune. Explore the festive traditions and ceremonies connected to this important holiday with these free events honoring the Lunar New Year in Chicago.
Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade
When: Sunday, February 18, 2024, The parade will kick off at 1:00 p.m.
Where: In the Chinatown neighborhood, at 24th Street and Wentworth Avenue. The procession will head north up Wentworth to Cermak Road and feature marching bands, colorful floats, and traditional lion dances.
Argyle Lunar New Year Celebration
When: Saturday, February 17, 2024, 1 pm
Where: In the Uptown neighborhood, at Argyle and Winthrop, the parade starts at 1:00 pm.
The annual Argyle Lunar New Year Parade has been an anticipated event for over 40 years. The event features processions from over 20 community groups, lion dances, and more. This year’s parade also includes pop-ups and family-friendly events throughout the day.
Lunar New Year at Navy Pier
When: Saturday, February 10, 2024, noon-5 pm.
Where: Navy Pier, Aon Grand Ballroom, 600 E. Grand Ave.
Step into a dynamic Chinese marketplace with vendors, dance performances, interactive arts and crafts, and traditional music at this family-friendly event.
Lunar New Year Concert
When: February 11, 2024, 11 am- 3 pm
Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.
The Lunar New Year concert celebrates music from Mongolia.
Free Lunar New Year Martial Arts Film Screening
When: through February 17, 2024, 1- 4 pm
Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Randolph
View a stylish martial arts film that highlights the power and fortitude of the Year of the Dragon. Sponsored by Asian Pop-Up Cinema, “100 Yards” is set in 1920s-era China.
