Start the Year of the Goat with a bang! The 29th New Year Firecracker Ceremony and Cultural Festival fills Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Grand Street in Manhattan’s Chinatown on Saturday, February 6, 2027, from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. That’s Lunar New Year’s Day itself, so you’ll be celebrating on the very first day of the new year.
What to expect
This is the 29th year of the ceremony, listed by Better Chinatown, the organizer of the New York City Lunar New Year Parade. Firecrackers are a long-standing way to send off the old year and greet the new one, and the organizer’s page shows lion dancers in its photos. The full 2027 program hasn’t been posted yet, so check back closer to the day for performers and activities.
Good to know
- Date: Saturday, February 6, 2027, 11:00 am to 3:30 pm
- Location: Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Grand Street, Chinatown, New York, NY
- Admission: the organizer’s page doesn’t list a price.
- Want more? The same organizer’s Lunar New Year Parade & Festival is set for Sunday, February 21, 2027, at 1:00 pm in Chinatown.
- Check the organizer’s page for the latest details before you go.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2027 New York Firecracker Ceremony?
The 29th New Year Firecracker Ceremony and Cultural Festival is on Saturday, February 6, 2027, from 11:00 am to 3:30 pm.
Where is the Firecracker Ceremony held?
It takes place at Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Grand Street in Chinatown, New York.
How to Get Here
The organizer hasn't published transit details yet. Tap Transit directions for live routes and times to Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Grand Street.
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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