Where to celebrate the Lunar New Year in Texas

Year of the Snake is all about wisdom, intuition and transformation, and Asia Society’s Lunar New Year Festival captures that spirit well. On February 1, enjoy energetic dance performances, unleash your creativity with hands-on arts and crafts, embark on a fun mission at the Space City: Art of the Age of Artemis exhibit or indulge in some Filipino soul food while sipping on matcha. The event is free, but registration is required. (Note: The Splendor of Huaxing Performance costs $12.)  

When: February 1, 2025, from 10am to 4pm

Where: 1370 Southmore Blvd, Houston, Texas 77004

Since 2003, this community celebration has been a Houston tradition. Highlights include cultural performances, arts and crafts like calligraphy and origami and a vendor showcase featuring the area’s best restaurants and food trucks.

When: February 1, 2025, from 10am to 4pm

Where: 9800 Town Park Dr, Houston, Texas 77036

Learn more about the cultures across the Asian diaspora through music, dance and food at this year’s Asian New Year Festival at Rolling Oaks Mall. Instead of the usual mall goers, martial arts performances, sumo wrestling and aromas of delicious Asian food will fill the space. 

When: February 1 and 2, 2025, from 12pm to 6pm

Where: 6909 North Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, Texas 78247

The Paper + Craft Lunar New Year Festival is your one-stop shop for entertainment, shopping and delicious bites. On February 2, watch costumed lion dancers strut their stuff or shop for food, books and other crafts from local Asian-owned businesses. The event is free and family-friendly, with plenty of activities for your little ones to enjoy. 

When: February 2, 2025, from 11am to 5pm

Where: 1023 Springdale Road, 6A, Austin, Texas 78721

Dallas is putting out all the stops with Lunar New Year celebrations spanning three weekends. The first two weekends (Jan. 17-19) and (Jan. 24-26) feature a local market, a fashion show and performances by K-pop dance groups and martial artists. The grand finale on February 1-2 will culminate in a dazzling firecracker show and captivating lion and dragon dances. 

When: 

• January 17, from 8:15pm to 10:15pm
• January 18, from 12pm to 10:10pm
• January 19, from 1pm to 8pm
• January 24, from 6:10pm to 9:50pm
• January 25, from 12pm to 10:40pm
• January 26, from 1pm to 8:45pm
• February 1 & 2, starts at 11am

Where: 2625 W. Pioneer Pkwy, Grand Prairie, Texas 75051