Lunar New Year is a celebration of the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year on the lunisolar calendar. It’s the most important holiday in China, and it is also widely celebrated in South Korea, Vietnam, and countries with a significant overseas Chinese population. While the official dates encompassing the holiday vary by culture, those celebrating consider it the time of the year to reunite with immediate and extended family. (asia.si.edu)
1. AMERICAN DREAM
Starting as early as January 6th, American Dream Mall will be celebrating the year of the Rabbit by displaying festive decor with live performances. RSVP HERE
RSVP to ONE or ALL of our amazing live performances by selecting from the “List of Events” below.
- Lunar New Year Lighting Ceremony
- Thursday, Jan. 19, 1:30pm-3:30pm
- The Art and Artistry of the Chinese Yoyo
- Friday, Jan. 20, 3pm-5pm
- American Youth Celebrate Chinese New Year
- Saturday, Jan. 21. 2pm-8pm
- Special Lunar New Year Concert by Bravura Youth Orchestra
- Sunday, Jan. 22, 2pm-3pm
- Live Music from Cellist Steven Fang and the Asian Cultural Symphony Friday
- Friday, Jan. 27, 3pm-5pm
- Chinese Fashion Show & USA Children’s Pageant
- Saturday, Jan. 28, 11am-5pm
- Starlight Youth Talent Competition
- Sunday, Jan. 29, 2pm-8pm
- Traditional Chinese Music
- Friday, Feb. 3, 3pm-5pm
- SPECTACULARE Rabbit! Rabbit!
- Saturday, Feb. 4, 11am-5pm
- Lantern Festival and Opera Night
- Sunday, Feb. 5, 5pm-9pm
WHERE:
American Dream
Dream Stage – Court A, Level 1
1 American Dream Way
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
2. IN-PERSON: LUNAR NEW YEAR STORY TIME & CHINESE CALIGRAPHY WORKSHOP FOR KIDS
In-person program for children ages 5 to 12. The Millburn Library once again welcomes Ning He for another one of her fantastic programs celebrating Lunar New Year! Join Ning He, Chinese language instructor, for a story and Chinese calligraphy workshop. Learn more about the holiday and paint auspicious Chinese characters for the new year! Registration required to attend as class size is limited. Registration starts 3 weeks in advance. Program runs about an hour and will take place in the auditorium. RSVP HERE
3. GARDEN STATE PLAZA
The Garden State Plaza is hosting a free Lunar New Year celebration on January 28.
It’s the Year of the Rabbit at the mall, 1 Garden State Plaza, where they will welcome several performances: an Asian American Lion Dance; a Korean Fan Dance; and a Mongolian dance. There will also be a recitation of ancient Chinese classics, along with a Filipina dance ensemble.
There will be a DJ and photo booth, as well as the first 500 shoppers will receive a red envelope including exclusive deals and offers from Garden State Plaza shops. The celebration begins at 12 p.m. in the Level 1, Court area near Pandora. Click here for more information.
