An art museum full of pom-pom horses and glowing paper lanterns is a fine way to welcome a new year, and that’s what Community Day: Lunar New Year brings to the San José Museum of Art in downtown San Jose. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. In 2026 the free celebration ran Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 11 am to 4 pm.
What to expect
Hands-on crafts run all day, such as Year of the Horse pom-pom plushies, light-up lanterns and rattle drums. Vovinam America gives a traditional Vietnamese martial arts performance, and Sun Hing Dragon and Lion Dance Association performs a lion dance (dry weather only).
Museum members get an extra early hour starting at 10 am. RSVP is optional for faster check-in, and walk-ins are welcome.
Good to know
- Last held: Saturday, February 21, 2026, 11 am to 4 pm
- Admission: free all day
- Venue: San José Museum of Art, 110 South Market Street, San Jose
- Organizer: San José Museum of Art
- Parking: the museum refers visitors to ParkSJ.org for downtown parking
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Community Day: Lunar New Year in 2027?
The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. The museum held it Saturday, January 25, 2025 and Saturday, February 21, 2026, so it tends to fall near Lunar New Year.
Is Community Day: Lunar New Year free?
Yes. Admission to the San José Museum of Art is free all day, and walk-ins are welcome.
What happens at Community Day: Lunar New Year?
You can make crafts like lanterns and rattle drums, watch a Vietnamese martial arts performance and catch a lion dance if the weather is dry.
Source: Community Day: Lunar New Year 2026 (SJMA), SJMA press release: Year of the Horse Community Day
How Do I Get to San José Museum of Art?
San José Museum of Art is at 110 South Market Street, San Jose, CA. Parking: The museum refers visitors to ParkSJ.org for downtown parking. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
Is the Community Day: Lunar New Year at San José Museum of Art Good for Kids?
Yes. We list it as a family-friendly Lunar New Year event. Check the official event page for kids' activities, strollers and seating before you go.
How to Get Here
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Where to Park
The museum refers visitors to ParkSJ.org for downtown parking
Map
San José Museum of Art, 110 South Market Street, San Jose, CA
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