Thousands of people watching performers from many cultures make the Texas Lunar Festival in Houston feel like a shared party, a free celebration of the Asian Lunar New Year held most recently at the Alief ISD Center for Advanced Careers. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. In 2026 the 29th annual festival took place Saturday, February 14, from 10:30 am to 4 pm.
What to expect
The program is built around live cultural and international performances celebrating the Asian Lunar New Year. Thousands attend each year.
The festival is run by community leaders and volunteers, and it has been broadcast on STV 21.8 and streamed by Southern News. Can’t make it in person? That broadcast history is worth keeping in mind.
Good to know
- Last held: Saturday, February 14, 2026, 10:30 am-4 pm
- Admission: free
- Venue: Alief ISD Center for Advanced Careers, 12160 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77082
- Organizer: ITC Educational and Cultural Foundation
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Texas Lunar Festival in 2027?
The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet. The 29th annual festival was Saturday, February 14, 2026, and the 2025 edition was Saturday, February 1, 2025.
Is the Texas Lunar Festival free?
Yes, admission is free.
What happens at the Texas Lunar Festival?
It’s a day of live cultural and international performances celebrating the Asian Lunar New Year, run by community volunteers and attended by thousands.
Source: Celebrate Lunar New Year in Houston – Visit Houston, Texas Lunar Festival – Greater Houston Moms
How Do I Get to Alief ISD Center for Advanced Careers?
Alief ISD Center for Advanced Careers is at 12160 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77082. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
How to Get Here
The organizer hasn't published transit details yet. Tap Transit directions for live routes and times to Alief ISD Center for Advanced Careers.
Where to Park
Parking near big Lunar New Year events fills early and some streets close. Arrive early, or take transit if you can.
Map
Alief ISD Center for Advanced Careers, 12160 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77082
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