An oversized dragon gliding past shop windows after dark is the kind of thing kids talk about for weeks, and the Downtown Summerlin Lunar New Year Parade in Las Vegas makes it happen every year. The free evening parade travels along Park Centre Drive. The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet; in 2026 it stepped off Tuesday, February 17, at 6 PM.
What to expect
The parade features an oversized dragon, fan dancers and stilt walkers. Downtown Summerlin presents it with BEST Agency and Lohan School of Shaolin.
Before parade night, festive decor and photo spots go up across Downtown Summerlin from early February. Come a little early, grab a photo, and claim your curb spot before the stilt walkers tower over everyone.
Good to know
- Last held: Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6 PM.
- Admission: free.
- Where: Downtown Summerlin, Park Centre Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89135.
- Organizer: Downtown Summerlin, with BEST Agency and Lohan School of Shaolin.
- History: Summerlin calls it the annual Lunar New Year Parade; the second annual edition was in 2019.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Downtown Summerlin Lunar New Year Parade in 2027?
The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet. The most recent parade was Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 6 PM.
Is the Downtown Summerlin Lunar New Year Parade free?
Yes. The parade is free to watch along Park Centre Drive.
What happens at the Downtown Summerlin Lunar New Year Parade?
An evening parade brings an oversized dragon, fan dancers and stilt walkers down Park Centre Drive, with festive decor and photo spots around Downtown Summerlin.
Source: 2026 Lunar New Year Parade – Summerlin, February 17, 2026: Lunar New Year Parade in Downtown Summerlin (Vegas PBS)
How Do I Get to Downtown Summerlin, Park Centre Drive?
Downtown Summerlin, Park Centre Drive is at Park Centre Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89135. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
Is the Downtown Summerlin Lunar New Year Parade 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 Downtown Summerlin, Park Centre Drive.
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
Downtown Summerlin, Park Centre Drive, Park Centre Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89135