Picture more than 100 lion dancers moving through a shopping mall, collecting red envelopes as they go. That’s the closing day of Lunar New Year at Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, a week of festivities at the mall. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet; in 2026 it ran Tuesday through Sunday, February 17 to 22, 2026.
What to expect
Lion dances and performances take place at Centerstage throughout the week. A master calligrapher is on hand, and you can add your hopes for the year to the Lunar New Year wishing wall, which returned for its second year in 2025.
The closing-day celebration is the one to plan around, with more than 100 lion dancers moving through the mall. Shoppers can also find gift-with-purchase promotions.
Good to know
- Last held: Tuesday through Sunday, February 17 to 22, 2026
- Venue: Ala Moana Center (Centerstage), Honolulu
- Organizer: Ala Moana Center
- Previous edition: Wednesday through Sunday, January 29 to February 2, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Lunar New Year at Ala Moana Center in 2027?
The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. It ran Wednesday through Sunday, January 29 to February 2, 2025 and Tuesday through Sunday, February 17 to 22, 2026, around Lunar New Year.
Where is the Ala Moana Center Lunar New Year celebration held?
It takes place at Ala Moana Center in Honolulu, with lion dances and performances at Centerstage.
What happens at Ala Moana Center for Lunar New Year?
There are lion dances, performances, a master calligrapher, a wishing wall and a closing day with more than 100 lion dancers.
Source: Ala Moana Center rings in Year of the Horse (Hawaii News Now, 2026), Lunar New Year celebrations take place at Ala Moana Center (Hawaii News Now, 2026)
How to Get Here
The organizer hasn't published transit details yet. Tap Transit directions for live routes and times to Ala Moana Center (Centerstage).
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
Ala Moana Center (Centerstage), Honolulu, HI
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