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Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Lunar New Year in Lincoln Square

Jan 22, 2025
Your Ultimate Guide to the 2025 Lunar New Year in Lincoln Square

Get ready to slither into an exciting celebration—the 2025 Lunar New Year is here, and it’s the Year of the Snake! Known for wisdom, intuition, and transformation, the snake invites us to embrace self-discovery, growth, and a fresh start. This year, Lincoln Square is pulling out all the stops to make this Lunar New Year, which lasts from January 29 – February 12, unforgettable. Here’s your guide to the must-see events, irresistible promotions, and cultural celebrations in the district:

Lunar New Year Festivities at Lincoln Center
On Saturday, February 1, Lincoln Center will host its annual Lunar New Year Celebration at David Geffen Hall (10 Lincoln Center Plaza). The free, family-friendly event includes storytelling, arts and crafts, live performances, and a traditional lion dance on Josie Robertson Plaza. Guests can enjoy cultural presentations, drumming, and a festive DJ set to welcome the Year of the Snake. The festivities run throughout the day, and all are welcome to attend.

On Tuesday, February 11, welcome the Year of the Snake with the New York Philharmonic at the Lunar New Year Concert and Gala honoring Angela Chen. The enchanting evening will celebrate cultural heritage, new beginnings, and music’s capacity to transcend borders.

Don’t miss the chance to immerse yourself in this joyful celebration of culture and community.

Lucky Red Envelopes and Specialty Collections at The Shops at Columbus Circle
Get your shopping game on with the Lucky Red Envelope promotion at The Shops at Columbus Circle (10 Columbus Circle)! Spend $188 or more and score an exclusive red envelope filled with prizes from top-notch retailers like Jo Malone London, M.A.C Cosmetics, and Shake Shack. But hurry—these lucky envelopes are only available through February 13, 2025, or while supplies last. You can also buy red envelopes of your own at Target (1863 Broadway between 62nd and 63rd Street) as well as a host of Lunar New Year games and decorations.

Looking for something extra special? Check out these Lunar New Year exclusives:

Lion Dancers & Lucky Dishes at Mandarin Oriental, New York
Join Mandarin Oriental, New York (80 Columbus Circle) for lion dancers and lucky dishes. On January 31 at 3:30 PM,  there will be a spectacular lion dance performance to welcome the Year of the Snake. From January 28 to February 12, the MO Lounge will feature traditional “lucky” dishes such as Prosperity Salad, Chili Lobster, and Pineapple Cake - delicious bites designed to bring good fortune to all who partake.

More to Explore
Shun Lee West (43 W 65th Street between Broadway and Central Park West) will be offering a special New Year menu – make sure to keep an eye out and visit for a delicious, authentic taste of the Chinese New Year. NYC Parks is offering a host of events for all ages to help you celebrate the Lunar New Year. You can also pay a visit to our friends at the Chinatown Partnership who will be hosting their annual Firecracker Festival on January 29 as well as a host of festivities throughout the Lunar New Year, culminating in the 26th Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade & Festival on February 16.

From vibrant lion dances to delightful eats and unique shopping finds, Lincoln Square has everything you need to make this Lunar New Year the best one yet. So go ahead, embrace the wisdom and renewal of the Year of the Snake—and let the celebrations begin!

Image Credit: The Shops at Columbus Circle