Celebrate the Lunar New Year and Year of the Dragon

The Lunar New Year (also called Chinese New Year) marks the transition between zodiac signs. It begins on February 10, 2024 and is celebrated through February 24, ending with the Lantern Festival.

The Lunar New Year marks the first new moon of the lunisolar calendars traditional to many east Asian countries.

Celebrate the the year of the Dragon in 2024.

If you want to have the best of luck during this next year, avoid these taboos during the Chinese New Year!

Find more details and fun facts about Chinese New Year at this website. 

Celebrating Lunar New Year in Columbus

Read below for some fun events and offers to celebrate Lunar New Year or Chinese New Year in 2024 in Columbus.

Chinese New Year Celebration by TheMix@columbus state

February 8, 2024, 6-8 pm. NOW SOLD OUT

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with a menu that will bring luck and prosperity in 2024. Join food writer and chef-instructor Shawnie Kelley at Mitchell Hall as she guides you through techniques for making recipes considered significant during the Chinese New Year celebration and meant to bring good fortune.

Cost is $90; registration required. Now SOLD OUT.

Lunar New Year Celebration

On Saturday, February 10, 2024, join the Lunar New Year Celebration at the Columbus Chinese Academy (CCA) located at Daniel Wright Elementary School from 12:30 pm – 4:00pm. 

Food, games, performances, raffles and more, including Chinese traditional musical instruments, Heritage dances, and more. 

2335 W Case Rd., Columbus, OH, 43235

Lunar New Year Celebration with International Friendships (IFI)

International Friendships (IFI) is a Christian community organization that works in partnership with universities and volunteers to promote friendship and hospitality for international students, scholars and family members.

Programs and activities are open to students of all nationalities and religions; any international student, visiting scholar, or spouse who wants to get to know other international students and American volunteers can participate. Families are always welcome.

February 16, 2024 from 6-9 pm. Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the “Year of the Dragon”. You’ll enjoy authentic and delicious Chinese food, games with prizes, and a Dragon Dance. Details and registration here.

If you are from a country that does not celebrate the Lunar New Year, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn and experience something new.

Panda Express Lunar New Year Tradition

January 15 – February 10, 2024 

Panda Rewards members can plan the Good Fortune Scratcher Instant Win Game through February 10, 2024 for the chance to win an $888 gift card (and other great prizes. See more details here. 

Molly Woo’s Chinese New Year Lion Dance Celebration

February 19, 2024

Enjoy a family-style, three-course meal and the Chinese New Year celebration. Lion Dance begins at 7 pm. Enjoy a 3 course meal for $35; children under 12 is 20. Regular menu not available. 

Event will fill up.

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