Ever played a board game from another country under a canopy of trees? The Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden on the Palos Verdes Peninsula spreads the fun over several weekends, with performances, games and garden strolls. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet.
What to expect
In 2026 it ran on three weekends, February 7 and 8, 14 and 15, and 21 and 22, from 10am to 4pm. Lion dancers, martial artists, folk dancers and drummers performed at 11am, 1pm and 3pm for a small extra fee.
- A wishing tree and a Zodiac Stroll
- Games from across Asia: Korean Yutnori (a stick-toss board game), Vietnamese Bầu Cua Cá Cọp (“gourd, crab, fish, tiger,” a dice game) and Chinese mahjong (a tile game)
- A morning tai chi (slow, flowing martial art) class and a dragon walk
- Specialty food and cocktails for purchase
Fair warning: the dice game gets competitive fast.
Good to know
- Last held: Saturdays and Sundays, February 7 to 22, 2026, 10am to 4pm
- Price: from $18; live performances carry a small extra fee
- Location: 26300 Crenshaw Boulevard, Palos Verdes Peninsula
- Organizer: South Coast Botanic Garden
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the South Coast Botanic Garden Lunar New Year Celebration in 2027?
The garden hasn’t released 2027 dates yet. It was last held on weekends in February 2026 (February 7 to 22), and in 2025 it ran every Saturday and Sunday in February.
How much does the South Coast Botanic Garden Lunar New Year Celebration cost?
Prices started at $18, and the live performances cost a small extra fee.
What happens at the South Coast Botanic Garden Lunar New Year Celebration?
You can watch lion dancers and drummers, play games from across Asia, join a tai chi class or dragon walk and make a wish at the wishing tree.
Source: Palos Verdes Source: South Coast Botanic Garden Celebrates Lunar New Year 2026, Palos Verdes Source: South Coast Botanic Garden Celebrates Lunar New Year 2025
How Do I Get to South Coast Botanic Garden?
South Coast Botanic Garden is at 26300 Crenshaw Boulevard, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
Is the Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden 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 South Coast Botanic Garden.
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
South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Boulevard, Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA
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