Chicago will ring in the Lunar New Year with a series of parades, performances and marketplaces throughout the city. For 2023, the Lunar New Year honors the Year of The Rabbit 4721, which symbolizes a year of prosperity, peace and longevity. 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, January 29, 2023, 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, January 28, 2023, 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, January 28, 2023, 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.
Lantern Festival Celebration
When: February 5, 2023, noon- 4 pm
Where: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.
The Lantern fest marks the end of Lunar New Year Celebrations with music, food, dance, puppets and a marketplace with traditional gifts and crafts.
Asian Pop-Up Cinema Free Chinese Film Streaming
When: through February 5, 2023
Where: online
View a diverse selection of Chinese films reflecting contemporary Chinese cultural and historic traditions with this series of five Chinese films with English subtitles. All films will be accessible to stream online through February 5, 2023.
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