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Lunar New Year Celebrations Kick Off Across Southern California

2/8/2026

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Lunar New Year Festivities

Flower Festival at Westminster's Asian Garden Mall runs daily through February 15 for Lunar New Year.
Orchids and hoa mai trees symbolize luck during the festival.
Orange County events include Irvine's February 7 parade and Garden Grove's UVSA Tet Festival February 13–15.
San Diego will host celebrations at SeaWorld and the Old Globe.
The Lunar New Year, Year of the Horse, begins February 17 with performances and food.

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Phoenix Festival Returns

The Phoenix Chinese Week Lunar New Year Festival returns for its 36th year on February 14–15 at Heritage Square.
The festival is free and expects about 30,000 visitors.
It features dragon and lion dances, tai chi, and martial arts, celebrating the Year of the Horse.
Food options include six food trucks and 22 food tents.
Visitors are encouraged to use public transport due to limited parking.

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Lunar New Year Festivities

Flower Festival at Westminster's Asian Garden Mall runs daily through February 15 for Lunar New Year.
Orchids and hoa mai trees symbolize luck during the festival.
Orange County events include Irvine's February 7 parade and Garden Grove's UVSA Tet Festival February 13–15.
San Diego will host celebrations at SeaWorld and the Old Globe.
The Lunar New Year, Year of the Horse, begins February 17 with performances and food.

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