Lunar New Year Archives – LI Press

New Hyde Park village officials including Mayor Chris Devane (Center) and village trustees (R.) with child presenters from the village Chinese Association (L.).

Village board celebrates Lunar New Year

By J. Cav Scott

Jericho High School students celebrated Luna New Year with dumpling-making.

Community Events

Jericho High School students celebrate Luna New Year with dumpling-making

By Nicholas Gordon

The Lunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year) is upon us and generally falls between January 21 and February 20. This year, it falls on February 17. It is celebrated throughout China, Taiwan, North and South Korea, Singapore, Japan, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The holiday honors ancestors and deities, encourages letting go of negative energy, and emphasizes connecting with family and friends. It is a prominent celebration in vibrant Chinatowns and Asian communities across the country, featuring parades and other festive activities. This year marks the Year of the Horse, symbolizing hard work, bravery, and resilience—values universal to all. Food plays a significant role in Lunar New Year celebrations, with various culinary traditions across regions each assigning specific meanings to different dishes. Long Island offers many restaurants to enjoy these celebrations and discover new favorites.

Fire Island News

Culinary Delights for the Lunar New Year 2026: Year of the Horse

Manhasset students celebrating Lunar New Year

Manhasset students mark Lunar New Year with food, calligraphy and greetings

By Long Island Press

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Community Events

Lunar New Year on Long Island: A celebration far from home

By Farhan Alam

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New York Family

13 Ways to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2026 on Long Island

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Community Events

700 attend North Shore’s districtwide Lunar New Year celebration

By Long Island Press

Members of the Chinese Honor Society at Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School organized a series of Lunar New Year-themed events at the school.

Chinese Honor Society hosts series of Year of the Snake-themed events

Long Island Press Staff

Cherry Lane students participated in a Lunar New Year parade.

Community Events

Cherry Lane students celebrate Lunar New Year

Long Island Press Staff

Community Events

Jericho rings in the Year of the Snake

By Long Island Press

2025 Heckscher Museum of Art Lunar New Year celebration

Vibrant 2025 Lunar New Year celebration at Heckscher Museum highlights Asian cultures

By Long Island Press

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Sid Jacobson JCC Celebrates Lunar New Year

By Roslyn News Staff

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Lunar New Year Celebrations

By Roslyn News Staff

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Internationally-Acclaimed Artist Featured In Syosset Gallery

By Jennifer Corr

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Give Port Washington Light And Love

By Caroline Ryan

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