Lunar New Year Celebration
Join us in Mission Plaza on Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for a family-friendly Lunar New Year Celebration that brings neighbors together to honor history, share traditions, and enjoy the moment.
✨ What to expect:
- Live performances by the Cal Poly Lion Dance Team and a special interactive performance by violinist Reso Crelli
- Local food vendors
- Local community booths
- Art, music, and activities for all ages
- A welcoming, come-as-you-are vibe
🌙 Why it matters:
Lunar New Year honors the deep cultural roots of Asian communities while celebrating the present we share. The Year of the Horse symbolizes energy, optimism, and moving forward, reflecting our hope for a connected, inclusive future.
💛 Come for an event. Stay for the experience.
Bring your family. Invite friends. Slow down, be present, and celebrate the richness that makes San Luis Obispo such a vibrant, welcoming community.
All are welcome. All belong.
The City’s Lunar New Year Celebration is a family-friendly, community-centered event that honors our shared history while creating space for joy, connection, and cultural appreciation. It is an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to come together, learn from one another, and celebrate the richness that makes San Luis Obispo such a vibrant and welcoming community. This is a moment to slow down, be present, and share in something meaningful as neighbors and friends, whose history and legacy continue to shape our City and this celebration.
Bring your family. Invite friends. Slow down, be present, and celebrate the richness that makes San Luis Obispo such a vibrant, welcoming community.
This event is bought to you by the City's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in coordination with the City's Office of Economic Development and Tourism.
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