According to the Lunar Calendar, the Year of the Horse begins on February 17, 2026, and continues through February 5, 2027. Florida’s vibrant Lunar New Year celebrations offer the perfect way to embrace the season. Across the state, festivals showcase cultural performances, traditional décor, authentic foods, hands‑on craft activities, and a wide array of family‑friendly experiences that bring the spirit of the New Year to life.
Highlighted 2026 Local Events
Gong Hey Fat Choy 恭禧發財 ! Lunar New Year is almost upon us and it is the Year of the Horse!
A cornerstone of Orlando’s lion dance and kung fu scene since 1981, Wah Lum Kung Fu Temple has thrilled crowds with teams as large as 50 performers during Lunar New Year. This year, they’re bringing more than 17 Lunar New Year shows all across town—spreading luck, energy, and celebration everywhere!
Check the 2026 schedule, please.
Feb 7: 33th anniversary Central Florida Tet Festival
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.
Don’t miss the chance to meet these incredible artists and immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere of Tet Festival 2026!
FREE Admission! ALL ARE WELCOME!
Location: Central Florida Fair 4603 W Colonial Dr, Orlando FL 32808
Sat: 10:00am – 12:30am
Sun: 10:00am – 5:00pm
This is biggest Tet Festival taking place every year in Florida with a variety of live music performances, games, in-door & out-door activities, authentic Vietnamese food and a series of attractive prizes from the festival
Stop by to experience a Vietnamese American cultural Lunar New Year
Feb 15: Mei’s Supermarket Lunar New Year Celebration
Mei’s Supermarket will host the Lunar New Year Celebration on Sunday, Jan 15, 1 to 3 pm.
Entertainment:
- Wah Lum Lion Dance and Kung Fu
- Thuyen May Productions Vietnamese Dance
- Orlando Taiko Dojo Japanese Taiko drumming
- Orlando HanQing Taiji Culture and Art Center Tai Chi Demonstration
- Asian Beats Band Live Music
- Lucky Draw
FAMILY FREE EVENT
Feb 16: Guang Ming Temple 2026 Lunar New Year Festivities
2/16 Mon 9:00pm ~ 9:50pm Lunar New Year’s Eve Chanting Service
11:00pm ~ 12:00pm Lunar New Year Incense Offering
2/17 Tue 11:00am ~ 12:30pm Lunar New Year’s Peace Lantern Offering Chanting Service
2/22 Sun 10:30am ~ 12:30pm Homage to Thousand Buddhas Chanting Service
3/01 Sun 10:30am ~ 12:30pm 2026 Light Offering Dharma Service
3/08 Sun 10:30am ~ 12:30pm “Sounds of the Human World” Concert
2/17 Tue 10:30am ~ 3:00pm Lunar New Year Fair
2/22 Sun 10:30am ~ 3:00pm Lunar New Year Fair
2/17 Tue ~ 3/08 Sun Festival of Light and Peace
Lunar New Year Cultural Activities
Painted Lantern Exhibition of TAG Elementary School
FAMILY FREE EVENT
Feb 21: CAACF Lunar New Year Celebration and Fundraiser
Chinese American Association of Central Florida CAACF—a 56 years old organization that holds a very special Lunar New Year Celebration and Fundraiser.
Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026 2pm-5pm
Venue: Academic Center of Excellence Cafetorium
701 W Livingston St, Orlando, FL 32805
Ticket Pricing Adult: $20 (Member) $30 (Non-member)
Child: (4-12) $10
click the link for tickets https://rb.gy/08evkg
Event is buffet style with performances
Feb 22: 14th Annual Central Florida Dragon Parade Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is the most celebrated holiday in East Asia. Cities like Sydney, London, New York, Los Angeles, Orlando and San Francisco have also held many successful Lunar New Year Parades that attract thousands of attendees each year. Dragon Parade will celebrate its 14th anniversary as the largest Lunar New Year Parade in Florida. Please join us together with many local business and Asian cultural organizations to celebrate the happiest festivity.
The Year of the Horse marks the 14th annual Central Florida Dragon Parade Lunar New Year held in Orlando, Florida. This event has received overwhelming response from local and distant communities alike.
Asia Trend Magazine is partnering with Mills 50 (an Orlando Main Street District), R.E.A.C.H. (Recognizing, Experiencing Asian Cultural Heritage) and Y.E.S.S. (Youth Enrichment and Senior Services) to host the Dragon Parade Lunar New Year 2026 on Sunday, February 22th from 11 am to 12 pm.
The festival parade starts at the corner of Lake Highland Dr. and N. Mills Ave, and ends at N. Thornton Ave and Colonial Drive (728 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando, FL 32803). The City of Orlando and the Orange County officials will lead this community parade along with representatives of numerous Asian organizations.
The Lunar New Year Festival Market will be held in the EDOBOY parking lot at the end of the parade on Sunday, February 22th from 11 am to 4 pm. All proceeds benefit the Mills 50 Main Street District, Asia Trend, R.E.A.C.H., and Y.E.S.S.
FAMILY FREE EVENT
Feb 28: 4th Annual Avalon SpringFest – Lunar New Year Festival
Bring your friends and family to celebrate the start of the Lunar New Year of the Horse at Avalon Park Orlando! Come and enjoy exciting Dragon and Lion dances, Japanese Taiko, beautiful folk dances, and amazing martial arts-Kung Fu demonstrations on February 28, 2026 (Saturday) from Noon to 6pm.
Admission is free! And make sure you pack your lawn chair or blankets for the outdoor event. Program is coming soon! Hope to see you there!
Title sponsor: Avalon Park Orlando
Gold sponsor: Dr Puxiao Cen, Power Home Remodeling
Vendor application Now Open. Email: avalonspringfest@gmail.com
Community partners: Wah Lum Kung Fu, Orlando Taiko Dojo, Thuyen May Productions, Devyani Dancers, PureHenna Orlando, R.E.A.C.H. of Central Florida
FAMILY FREE EVENT
Mar 1: 30th Anniversary OCPA Spring Festival Gala
The Greater Orlando Chinese Professionals Association (OCPA) will commemorate its 30th anniversary with its largest-ever Lunar New Year celebration at the Chapin Theater at the Orange County Convention Center on Sunday, March 1, 2026. This year’s theme, “Our Story,” transforms the traditional variety show into a narrative journey reflecting the experience of Chinese families moving to Orlando to pursue their dreams, engaging with local schools and deepening their ties to the community through cultural activities and celebrations.
The festivities will begin with a Cultural Festival from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., featuring art competitions and exhibits, Chinese calligraphy, lantern making, traditional riddle games, and local entrepreneur showcases, immediately followed by the “Our Story” Gala production from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This year marks a historic milestone for OCPA. Hosting the New Year Gala at the Orange County Convention Center reflects the incredible growth and vibrant influence of the Chinese American community in Central Florida.
For more information, ticket booking and sponsorship: https://www.ocpa-usa.org/2026-spring-festival-gala
More Lunar New Year Celebrations on https://asiatrend.org/events:
