Oahu’s Chinese New Year Celebration!
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Home to many Chinese immigrants, Oahu’s Chinatown is a bustling hub of Asian culture. During the month of February, the Chinese New Year Celebration is in full swing with a parade, a pageant, narcissus festival, music, and delicious treats. The entire schedule can be viewed here for specific times and locations.
To kick off the celebration, the Mayor’s press conference is today, January 11, serving as the official start of the festivities. It will be held at Honolulu Hale at 10:30 am. To follow, there’s the United Chinese Coalition at the Chinatown Cultural Plaza on January 18 & 19 as well as the 25th and 26th.
On Friday, February 1, guests can attend First Friday Arts as well as an open house to Chinatown, sponsored by the Chinatown Chamber of Commerce. The Chinese New Year celebration runs from February 1-2 at the Chinatown Cultural Place culminating in a parade on February 2nd at 4 pm.
Finish off the festivities with “Night in Chinatown” after the parade, running until 10:30 pm. It’s sure to be a great time for everyone, promoting cultural understanding and celebrating Oahu’s rich Chinese heritage.
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