Dumplings you fold yourself, lion dancers on the move and a pint waiting at the bar: the Resident Culture Lunar New Year Celebration in Charlotte puts a brewery spin on the holiday. Resident Culture Brewing hosts it at both of its locations, Plaza Midwood and South End. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet.
What to expect
In 2026 it ran on Saturday, February 21, from 12:30 to 9 PM, and it was free to attend.
- Lion dancing
- Chinese calligraphy and dumpling-making classes (2026)
- Live horses for the Year of the Horse in 2026
- Food and drink specials
Yes, real horses at a brewery. The zodiac takes its guest list seriously. An earlier edition ran Saturday and Sunday, February 3 and 4, 2024, also at both locations.
Good to know
- Last held: Saturday, February 21, 2026, 12:30 to 9 PM
- Admission: free
- Locations: Resident Culture Brewing in Plaza Midwood and South End, Charlotte, NC
- Organizer: Resident Culture Brewing
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Resident Culture Lunar New Year Celebration in 2027?
The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet. It was last held Saturday, February 21, 2026, and before that on February 3 and 4, 2024.
Is the Resident Culture Lunar New Year Celebration free?
Yes. The 2026 festival was free at both Resident Culture locations.
What happens at the Resident Culture Lunar New Year Celebration?
Expect lion dancing, food and drink specials and, in 2026, Chinese calligraphy and dumpling-making classes plus live horses for the Year of the Horse.
Source: 9 things to do in Charlotte this weekend: Feb. 20-22, 2026 (WBTV), Lunar New Year Celebrations on the Rise (Asian American Chamber of Commerce of the Carolinas)
How to Get Here
The organizer hasn't published transit details yet. Tap Transit directions for live routes and times to Resident Culture Brewing (Plaza Midwood and South End).
Where to Park
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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Resident Culture Brewing (Plaza Midwood and South End), Charlotte, NC
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