The Sunset Park Lunar New Year Parade lights up Brooklyn’s Sunset Park Chinatown with a burst of firecrackers and lions bobbing down 8th Avenue. It is a neighborhood parade where local schoolchildren and seniors share the spotlight. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet; in 2026 it was held Sunday, February 22.
What to expect
In 2026 the firecracker display and lion dances started at 11 a.m., and the parade stepped off at 1 p.m. The route runs along 8th Avenue from 50th to 61st Streets, with a stage at 50th Street.
Performances come from local schoolchildren and senior centers, which gives the day a hometown feel. The Brooklyn Chinese American Association has run the parade for decades, 35 years as of 2024. Cover your ears for the firecrackers, then uncover them for the drums.
Good to know
- Last held: Sunday, February 22, 2026, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Admission: free
- Location: 8th Avenue, 50th to 61st Streets, starting at 8th Ave & 50th St, Brooklyn, NY
- Organizer: Brooklyn Chinese American Association
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Sunset Park Lunar New Year Parade in 2027?
The 2027 date has not been announced. The parade was last held February 22, 2026, and runs each year around Lunar New Year.
Is the Sunset Park Lunar New Year Parade free?
Yes. The parade is free to watch along 8th Avenue.
What happens at the Sunset Park Lunar New Year Parade?
A firecracker display and lion dances open the day, then the parade moves along 8th Avenue with performances by local schoolchildren and senior centers.
Source: Brooklyn Paper – Celebrate Lunar New Year in Brooklyn 2026, Brooklyn Paper – Sunset Park Lunar New Year Parade (2024)
How Do I Get to 8th Avenue, 50th to 61st Streets?
8th Avenue, 50th to 61st Streets is at 8th Ave & 50th St, Brooklyn, NY. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
How to Get Here
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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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