Lunar New Year events guide
Lunar New Year 2027 Events in Tennessee
Lunar New Year's Day is Saturday, February 6, 2027, the start of the Year of the Goat.
Lunar New Year's Day falls on Saturday, February 6, 2027, kicking off the Year of the Goat. Here in Tennessee, this season's events are being verified and will be added as organizers confirm them, so check back soon.
Picture the sound first. Lion dance drums booming, cymbals crashing, and red lanterns glowing against the night sky. Across the Lunar New Year season, people gather for food, family, and parades of luck-bringing performances. Lion dances, in particular, are meant to chase away bad fortune and welcome good luck.
The celebration does not stop after one day. Festivities often continue for about two weeks, all the way through the Lantern Festival. Bookmark this page, and you will be ready to plan a day out the moment events in Nashville and across the state are posted.
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We are confirming this season's Lunar New Year celebrations in Tennessee with organizers. Events are added as soon as their dates are verified.
Lunar New Year in Tennessee: common questions
When is Lunar New Year 2027?
Lunar New Year's Day is Saturday, February 6, 2027, the start of the Year of the Goat. Lunar New Year's Eve is the day before, on Friday, February 5, 2027.
How long do Lunar New Year celebrations last?
Celebrations often continue for about two weeks, through the Lantern Festival.