Tallahassee Celebrates Lunar New Year

Local businesses and community groups host festivities for the Year of the Rabbit

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Tallahassee is gearing up to celebrate the Lunar New Year this weekend with a variety of events and activities hosted by local businesses and community organizations. The celebrations will welcome the Year of the Rabbit with traditional music, dance, food, and more.

Why it matters

Lunar New Year is one of the most important cultural holidays for many Asian-American communities. These celebrations help preserve cultural traditions and bring the diverse Tallahassee community together to share in the festivities.

The details

Festivities will take place at venues across Tallahassee, including a street fair with vendor booths, lion dances, and martial arts demonstrations at Collegetown, a Lunar New Year banquet at the Tallahassee Chinese Association community center, and a family-friendly event with crafts and activities at the Tallahassee Museum.

  • The Lunar New Year celebrations will take place this Saturday, February 22, 2026.
  • The Collegetown street fair will run from 11 AM to 5 PM.
  • The Tallahassee Chinese Association banquet is scheduled for 6 PM.
  • The Tallahassee Museum event will be open from 10 AM to 4 PM.

The players

Collegetown

A mixed-use development in Tallahassee that is hosting a Lunar New Year street fair.

Tallahassee Chinese Association

A community organization holding a Lunar New Year banquet.

Tallahassee Museum

A local museum hosting family-friendly Lunar New Year activities.

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What they’re saying

“Lunar New Year is a time for our community to come together and celebrate our shared cultural heritage.”

— Mei Li, President, Tallahassee Chinese Association (Tallahassee Democrat)

“We're excited to bring the vibrant traditions of Lunar New Year to Tallahassee and welcome everyone to join in the festivities.”

— Jada Huang, Event Organizer, Collegetown (WCTV)

What’s next

The Tallahassee Lunar New Year celebrations are an annual event, so residents can look forward to similar festivities next year to welcome the Year of the Dragon.

The takeaway

Tallahassee's diverse community is coming together this weekend to celebrate the Lunar New Year, showcasing the city's commitment to embracing and honoring its multicultural heritage.