Lunar New Year in Reseda
The Year of the Rooster crows in on January 28th, and there are many ways to celebrate near Canoga Park. Disneyland is decked out in full Chinese New Year décor and features authentic performers throughout the park on the big day. Take a stroll along Main Street U.S.A., take in the incredible decorations, and see your favorite characters in unique costumes they only showcase once a year.
Head to Chinatown in Los Angeles, and take The Undiscovered Chinatown Tour January 7th. You’ll be guided to a temple, Chinese art galleries, a series of antique shops and herbal stores, all in the heart of the district. Over two and a half hours on the first Saturday of every month, you’ll get a sneak peek into the real Chinatown, called one of the best destinations by Los Angeles Magazine.
Celebration Options
Monterey Park hosts an annual festival during the Lunar New Year weekend, free to the public with free shuttles to nearby parking. The Floral Fair is full of food, keepsakes and artisanal crafts, carnival rides and crafts for all ages.
Chinese New Years in Beverly Hills on the 28th showcases performers from Beijing in an event that’s free but requires tickets to ensure comfort for all. Universal Studios Hollywood also celebrates from late-January to mid-February with a fully decorated park and special guest characters.