A lion dance at 10 in the morning is how the Lunar New Year Festival at NorthPark Center in Dallas wakes up the mall, a free family festival presented each year by the Crow Museum of Asian Art at UT Dallas with NorthPark Center. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. In 2026 it was held Saturday, February 21, from 10 am to 1 pm in NorthCourt on Level One.
What to expect
Rising Phoenix kicks things off with a lion dance at 10 am (ear protection is a good idea for young children). Dallas Asian Winds also performs.
Crafts and family activities run all morning; past years have included calligraphy, origami (Japanese paper folding) and paper lanterns. Bookmarks, a Dallas Public Library branch, is among the partners.
Good to know
- Last held: Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10 am-1 pm
- Admission: free
- Venue: NorthPark Center, NorthCourt (Level One), between Nordstrom and Macy’s, 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225
- Organizer: Crow Museum of Asian Art (UT Dallas) & NorthPark Center
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Lunar New Year Festival at NorthPark Center in 2027?
The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet. It was held Saturday, February 10, 2024, Saturday, January 25, 2025 and Saturday, February 21, 2026.
Is the NorthPark Center Lunar New Year Festival free?
Yes, it’s a free family festival.
What happens at the Lunar New Year Festival at NorthPark Center?
A morning lion dance, a Dallas Asian Winds performance, and crafts and family activities in NorthCourt.
Source: Lunar New Year Festival – Visit Dallas, Crow Museum of Asian Art presents Lunar New Year Celebration – CultureMap Dallas
How Do I Get to NorthPark Center, NorthCourt (Level One)?
NorthPark Center, NorthCourt (Level One) is at 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
Is the Lunar New Year Festival at NorthPark Center – Dallas 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
The organizer hasn't published transit details yet. Tap Transit directions for live routes and times to NorthPark Center, NorthCourt (Level One).
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
NorthPark Center, NorthCourt (Level One), 8687 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225
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