Lunar New Year 2026 in Metro Vancouver

Lunar New Year 2026 in Metro Vancouver. This post is sponsored by the vendors featured below.

Lunar New Year 2026 is almost here, and Metro Vancouver is gearing up for a vibrant season of cultural celebrations, family-friendly events, art experiences, delicious food, and community festivities. The Year of the Fire Horse brings energetic traditions and exciting programming across Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, and beyond — making this one of the most anticipated cultural festivals in the region.

Whether you’re a local resident, visitor, or newcomer to Metro Vancouver, this guide will help you plan your Lunar New Year 2026 celebrations with a calendar of key events and fun things to do throughout the city.

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Lunar New Year 2026 in Metro Vancouver: Featured Event

• Please double-check event details on their website before attending as details may change
• Post will be updated as we find more Lunar New Year Events

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LUNARFEST VANCOUVER – BRAVE THE WIND

Celebrate the Year of the Horse at LunarFest, a family-friendly celebration filled with arts and culture! Enjoy a series of crafts workshops, fun trivia games, and engaging activities designed for all ages.

• Date: February 14 – 28
• Location: Granville Island, Vancouver
• Admission Fee: Free
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Whistle & Flute Lunar New Year Collection

Whistle & Flute is a Canadian, family-run brand creating gender-neutral, ultra-comfy kids’ clothing made to last. Their Lunar New Year tops are available NOW in kids’ + adult tees and sweatshirts—for a limited time only!

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Lunar New Year 2026 in Metro Vancouver: Additional Events

Lunar New Year at The MET

• Date: February 2 – March 3
• Location: Metropolis at Metrotown, Burnaby
• Tickets: Free
• Website

Lunar New Year 2025: Taste of Chinatown

• Date: February 6 – 22
• Location: Chinatown Storytelling Centre, Vancouver
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Aberdeen Centre Lunar New Year 2026

• Date: February 6 – 28
• Location: Aberdeen Centre, Richmond
• Admission: Free
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Coquitlam Heritage Lunar New Year 2025

• Date: February 7
• Location: Coquitlam Heritage at Mackin House, Coquitlam
• Admission: Free
• Website

The Amazing Brentwood Lunar New Year

• Dates: February 14
• Location: The Amazing Brentwood, Burnaby
• Admission: Free
• Website

Spring Festival at Greater Vancouver Zoo

• Dates: February 14 – 16
• Location: Greater Vancouver Zoo, Aldergrove
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Lunar New Year at the Cannery

• Date: February 15
• Location: Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site, Richmond
• Tickets: Included with Admission
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Surrey Central City – Lion Dance

• Date: February 17 – March 1
• Location: Surrey Central City, Surrey
• Admission: Free
• Website

Lunar New Year at Museum of Surrey

• Date: February 21
• Location: Museum of Surrey, Surrey
• Admission: Free
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Spirit of the Fire Horse Celebration

• Date: February 21 – 22
• Location: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden, Vancouver
• Tickets: Varies
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Year of the Horse at the Museum

• Date: February 21 – 22
• Location: Chinese Canadian Museum 
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International Village Mall

• Date: February 21 – 22
• Location: International Village Mall, Vancouver
• Admission: Free
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Lansdowne Centre

• Date: February 21 – 22
• Location: Lansdowne Centre, Richmond
• Admission: Free
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Chinatown Spring Festival Parade

• Date: February 22
• Location: Chinatown
• Admission: Free
• Website

Silk Road Music Lunar New Year Celebration

• Date: February 1, 2025
• Location: Gateway Theatre, Richmond
• Admission: $25
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