Everything you need to know about celebrating Lunar New Year in NYC

The Lunar New Year, widely celebrated in Asia and the United States, kicks off on January 29, 2025, marking the Year of the Snake. New York State will officially observe it as a public school holiday. Celebrations include firecracker festivals, kung-fu demonstrations, and grand parades in cities like New York's Chinatown and other areas.

Everything you need to know about celebrating Lunar New Year in NYC
The Lunar New Year, widely celebrated in Asia and the United States, kicks off on January 29, 2025, marking the Year of the Snake. New York State will officially observe it as a public school holiday. Celebrations include firecracker festivals, kung-fu demonstrations, and grand parades in cities like New York's Chinatown and other areas.