Celebrate Together: Lunar New Year Parade & Festival at the Great Park
February 02, 2026
One of the best parts about calling Great Park Neighborhoods home is that the Great Park itself is practically in our backyard—meaning the region’s biggest, brightest community celebrations are never far from your front door.
This February, the Great Park and the City of Irvine are welcoming the Year of the Horse with a full day of Lunar New Year festivities: a vibrant parade, cultural performances, traditional lion dances, family-friendly activities, and plenty of reasons to make a day of it with friends and neighbors.
Mark your calendar!
- Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Location: Great Park, Irvine
- Hosted by: The Great Park in partnership with the City of Irvine
- Who it’s for: All ages (family-friendly and open to the community)
If you love the energy of a true community festival—music, movement, food, and tradition all in one place—this is the kind of day you won’t want to miss.
What to Expect: Parade + Festival Fun
Lunar New Year Parade
- Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Route: Along the walkable Great Park Historical Timeline
- Starts: Parking Lot 4
- Ends: Great Park Live
Festival at Great Park Live
- Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Highlights include:
- Cultural performances celebrating Lunar New Year traditions
- Traditional lion dances
- Community booths and interactive activities
- A family zone for kids and parents to enjoy together
- Traditional cuisine hosted by the future Asian American Museum
It’s the kind of afternoon that’s perfect for a meet-up with neighbors, a family outing, or simply soaking in the sights and sounds of a major seasonal celebration—without needing to travel far.
Tickets: Plan Ahead—This One May Sell Out!
Tickets are:
- $2 per person
- Free for children 3 and under
- Advance ticket purchase is required
- Tickets are limited, and the event is expected to sell out
If this sounds like your kind of Saturday, it’s worth grabbing tickets early. At Great Park, there’s always something to look forward to, and the best moments are close to home.
