Chinese New Year 2025 celebrations, festivals near Bucks County

Get ready to welcome the Year of the Snake, with many ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

Tied to the first new moon, Lunar New Year falls sometime between mid-January and mid-February in Western calendars. This year, it begins Wednesday, Jan. 29.

The holiday is celebrated by more than 2 billion people all over the world among many Asian cultures. Since the origin of Lunar New Year spans several countries — including China, Korea, Singapore and Vietnam — traditions around the holiday vary widely across each culture.

How many days Lunar New Year is celebrated also varies depending on the culture, according to USA Today.

In South Korea, Lunar New Year is called Seollal and lasts for three days. In Vietnam, the tradition is referred to as Tết Nguyên Đán, a week-long celebration. Chinese New Year is celebrated for 15 days, ending with the Lantern Festival on Feb. 12.

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Looking for ways to celebrate the Lunar New Year, learn more about the holiday or develop a greater appreciation for its traditions?

Here are some nearby Lunar New Year events worth adding to your calendar:

Jan. 28: New Year’s Eve Midnight Parade in Chinatown, Philadelphia

Led by the Philadelphia Suns, this late-night parade takes place in the heart of Chinatown with lion dance performances and firecrackers to ward off bad spirits and bless the new year.

Jan. 29: Lunar New Year Crafts at the Levittown library branch

Drop into the Levittown branch of the Bucks County Free Library to color and craft in celebration of Lunar New Year. The activity is designed for grades K-6, but all ages are welcome.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 4–5 p.m.
Where: Bucks County Free Library, 7311 New Falls Road, Levittown
More info: buckslib.org

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Feb. 1: Lunar New Year Dragon Dance at Reading Terminal Market

Join the market for a traditional dance performance in honor of the Lunar New Year.

Feb. 1: Lunar New Year Celebration at Fashion District Philadelphia

Experience a traditional lion dance and parade around the mall with the Philadelphia Suns. Enjoy kids crafts, exclusive retail offers and more.

Feb. 1: Lunar New Year Lion Dance in downtown Media

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a lion dance performance by Hung Gar Kung Fu Academy along State Street.

When: Saturday, Feb. 1 from 2–3 p.m.
Where: State Street in Media, starting in front of the town clock
More info: Event page on Facebook

Feb. 1: Franklin Square Lunar New Year Celebration

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with partners from Philadelphia’s Chinatown: Philly Suns Lion Dancers at 5pm, crafts for children with Asian Arts Initiative, red envelope surprise giveaways, and a free dumpling workshop with Michael Chow from Sang Kee Peking Duck House.

Feb. 1: Lunar New Year Celebration at Dilworth Park

This Lunar New Year celebration, presented by Temple University, features dancing lions, traditional Chinese dancers, and a special menu by James Beard Foundation Award-Winning Restaurateur Ellen Yin. Events scheduled throughout the evening include a calligraphy activity, a Year of the Snake children’s craft, red envelope giveaway to the first 100 guests, and performances by Kun-Yang/Lin Dance, Jiaye Xu of Temple University’s Boyer College of Music and Dance, and the Philadelphia Suns.

Feb. 2: New Year’s Day Parade in Chinatown

Led by the Philadelphia Suns, this daytime parade takes place in the heart of Chinatown with lion dance performances and firecrackers to ward off bad spirits and bless the new year.

Feb. 2: Lancaster AAPI’s Annual Lunar New Year Celebration

Gather at Ewell Plaza and Binns Park for a day of festivities including food vendors showcasing flavors from across Asia, Cultural performances and activities that honor the stories and traditions of the Asian American Pacific Islander community, and local artisans and businesses offering unique handmade goods and creations.

When: Sunday, Feb. 2 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Ewell Plaza, 123 N. Queen St., Lancaster
More info: Event page on Facebook

Feb. 8: Lunar New Year at Pearl S. Buck House in Perkasie

Join Pearl S. Buck International and the Central Bucks Chinese-American Association for a family-friendly event, featuring games, live musical and dance performances, kids’ activities, food trucks and more as they usher in the Year of the Snake. Tickets can be purchased online.

When: Saturday, Feb. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Pearl S. Buck International, 520 Dublin Road, Perkasie
More info: pearlsbuck.org/lunar

Feb. 8: Lunar New Year Celebration at King of Prussia Mall

The King of Prussia Mall will be hosting its annual Lunar New Year Celebration with dragon dancing. Park and enter through the mall entrance near Forever 21.

Feb. 9: Lunar New Year Family Festival at the Philadelphia Art Museum

Ring in the Year of the Snake — which symbolizes wisdom, charm, elegance and transformation — with several family-friendly events throughout the museum, including an artist takeover dim sum party, a little kids art celebration for toddlers, a pop-up gallery activity and a snake den floor maze. Event is included with museum admission.

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