Some people celebrate the new year with fireworks; others celebrate it with a tote bag full of finds. The Chinatown Chinese New Year Market in Philadelphia gathers local vendors and artists on the second floor of the Crane Community Center. The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet; the last market was held Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 2 to 6 p.m.
What to expect
Visit Philadelphia counted more than 40 local vendors at the market, which supports AAPI (Asian American and Pacific Islander) small businesses and local artists of all ages.
Admission is free, and make-and-take crafts give kids something to do while you shop. It’s part of a series of Chinese New Year events the Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation hosts at Crane Community Center. In 2024, a Chinese New Year arts and crafts and flower market was held there too.
Good to know
- Last held: Saturday, February 28, 2026, 2 to 6 p.m.
- Admission: free
- Where: Crane Community Center, 2nd Floor, 1001 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA
- Organizer: Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation (PCDC)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Chinatown Chinese New Year Market in 2027?
The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet. It was last held Saturday, February 28, 2026, from 2 to 6 p.m., and a related market was held Sunday, February 11, 2024.
Is the Chinatown Chinese New Year Market free?
Yes. Admission is free, and there are make-and-take crafts.
What happens at the Chinatown Chinese New Year Market?
More than 40 local vendors sell their goods, supporting AAPI small businesses and local artists, with hands-on crafts for visitors.
Source: PCDC: 2026 Chinese New Year Events, Visit Philadelphia: Lunar New Year in Philadelphia (2026)
How Do I Get to Crane Community Center, 2nd Floor?
Crane Community Center, 2nd Floor is at 1001 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
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Parking near big Lunar New Year events fills early and some streets close. Arrive early, or take transit if you can.
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Crane Community Center, 2nd Floor, 1001 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA
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