The drums start and the dragon rises at the Lunar New Year Celebration at DFW Chinatown in Richardson, a free event in the CORE District presented by the City of Richardson, the CORE District and the Dallas Chinese Community Center. The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. In 2026 it was held Sunday, February 15, from 11 am to 3 pm.
What to expect
JL Sports Association performs the lion and dragon dances. The lineup also includes martial arts and music demos, Chinese yo-yo, taiko (Japanese drumming), K-pop (Korean pop) and Chinese dance.
Art making, calligraphy and specialty booths keep hands busy, and the Richardson mayor and city council usually say a few words.
Good to know
- Last held: Sunday, February 15, 2026, 11 am-3 pm
- Admission: free
- Venue: DFW Chinatown (CORE District), 400 N Greenville Ave, Richardson, TX
- Parking and shuttle: free parking at DART Arapaho Center Station (200 Woodall Dr), with a free continuous shuttle to the event
- Organizer: City of Richardson, CORE District & Dallas Chinese Community Center
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Lunar New Year Celebration at DFW Chinatown in 2027?
The 2027 date hasn’t been announced yet. Recent editions were Sunday, February 11, 2024, Saturday, February 8, 2025 and Sunday, February 15, 2026.
Is the DFW Chinatown Lunar New Year Celebration free?
Yes. The event is free, and so are parking at DART Arapaho Center Station and the shuttle.
What happens at the DFW Chinatown Lunar New Year Celebration?
There are lion and dragon dances, martial arts, music, Chinese yo-yo, taiko, K-pop and Chinese dance, plus art making and calligraphy.
Source: 2026 Lunar New Year Celebration – Dallas Chinese Community Center, How to Celebrate Lunar New Year in North Texas 2025 – PaperCity
How Do I Get to DFW Chinatown (CORE District)?
DFW Chinatown (CORE District) is at 400 N Greenville Ave, Richardson, TX. Transit: Free continuous shuttle from DART Arapaho Center Station. Parking: Free parking at DART Arapaho Center Station (200 Woodall Dr) with a free shuttle to the event. Use the directions and parking links on this page to plan your trip from where you are.
How to Get Here
Free continuous shuttle from DART Arapaho Center Station
Where to Park
Free parking at DART Arapaho Center Station (200 Woodall Dr) with a free shuttle to the event
Map
DFW Chinatown (CORE District), 400 N Greenville Ave, Richardson, TX
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