To celebrate the Lunar New Year, LA County Parks is hosting free community festivals at 61 parks, featuring cultural performances, food tastings, crafts, and interactive activities that honor the Year of the Snake and promote unity and tradition.
Parks serve as vital community spaces where people from diverse backgrounds can come together to celebrate cultural traditions, fostering inclusivity and shared experiences. Across the country, parks and gardens provide opportunities for residents to connect with heritage through festivals, performances, and storytelling. By hosting cultural events like Lunar New Year celebrations, public parks create spaces where communities can honor traditions, learn from one another, and strengthen social bonds. These gatherings not only showcase cultural heritage but also promote belonging, unity, and cross-cultural appreciation.
The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) invites the community to celebrate the Lunar New Year with free cultural festivals at 61 parks across the county from January 23 to February 8. These family-friendly events will feature traditional performances, food tastings, crafts, and interactive activities that highlight the significance of the Year of the Snake, a symbol of transformation, wisdom, and vitality. The celebrations aim to honor the Lunar New Year’s themes of renewal, prosperity, and unity while providing an inclusive space for people of all backgrounds to participate in cultural traditions.
In collaboration with local organizations, DPR has designed engaging programs to bring communities together and showcase the richness of Lunar New Year customs. Festivities will include lion and dragon dances, lantern-making workshops, and special exhibits that celebrate East Asian and Southeast Asian heritage. “These community-driven events celebrate resilience and renewal, drawing strength from our diverse communities as we welcome a new year,” said Norma E. García-González, Director of DPR.
For more details on event locations and schedules, please visit this website.
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