A winter stroll through a botanic garden gets a lot more festive with a lion dance in the middle of it, and the Denver Botanic Gardens Lunar New Year Market in Denver delivers just that. The market is held at the gardens on York Street in partnership with the Far East Center. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet; in 2026 it ran on four days: Sunday, February 1; Saturday and Sunday, February 7 and 8; and Saturday, February 14.
What to expect
You can shop from local artists and makers, and each market day features a lion and dragon dance performance. Families can try activities such as origami (Japanese paper folding) and New Year card making.
The market returned for a second year in 2026, so it’s still a young tradition. Go early if you want first pick of the handmade goods, or go late and call it a strategy.
Good to know
- Last held: February 1, 7, 8 and 14, 2026, 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Admission: included with Gardens admission ($11.75–$16).
- Where: Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206.
- Organizer: Denver Botanic Gardens, with Far East Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Denver Botanic Gardens Lunar New Year Market in 2027?
The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. In 2026, the market was held on February 1, 7, 8 and 14, from 9 AM to 4 PM.
Is the Denver Botanic Gardens Lunar New Year Market free?
The market is included with Gardens admission, which ran $11.75–$16, so there’s no separate market ticket.
What happens at the Denver Botanic Gardens Lunar New Year Market?
You can shop local artists and makers, watch a lion and dragon dance each market day and join family activities like origami and New Year card making.
Source: Lunar New Year 2026 – Denver Botanic Gardens, 2026 Lunar New Year celebrations around the Denver metro (Macaroni KID)
How Do I Get to Denver Botanic Gardens, York Street?
Denver Botanic Gardens, York Street is at 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
Is the Denver Botanic Gardens Lunar New Year Market 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
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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.
Map
Denver Botanic Gardens, York Street, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO 80206
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