Lunarfest Parade Yale China New Haven CT

Ring in the Year of the Snake at the free celebration of Chinese New Year with Lunarfest Parade Yale China New Haven CT! Lunarfest is Connecticut’s largest annual Lunar New Year celebration. Featuring a traditional lion dance troupe, local artists, and local organizations, the annual festivities are full of learning, culture, arts, and fun.  Participate in free, family-friendly activities after the Lion parade partner locations at Whitney Avenue between Grove and Trumbull,Lion Dance Parade

Whitney Avenue between Grove and Trumbull, 10:00 am-11:30 am

Join us for the parade down Whitney Avenue to ring in the Year of the Snake. The parade will begin at the intersection of Whitney Avenue and Grove Street and move north. Our showstopper featuring speeches from local leaders, the traditional lion dance performed by the Wan Chi Ming Hung Gar Institute, and performances by Yale’s Red Lantern, Yale Club Wushu, and the Wu Dang Kung Fu Academy will take place in front of Katalina’s and Hong Kong Market.

Chinese Zodiac Scavenger Hunt in the Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

Pick up a clue list at the Lunarfest info tables in front of Steamed (77 Whitney Ave). Find all 12 Chinese zodiac animals in select Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District’s storefront windows to win a prize! First 100 participants to bring their list back to the info tent with each of the 12 animals correctly matched to their representing stores win a voucher for a free cookie, cupcake, or drink. Limit one voucher per family. All other participants who correctly complete the hunt will receive candy while supplies last.

Co-sponsored by The Shops at Yale Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District