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Lula Washington Dance Theatre 2025 Kwanzaa Festival
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Lula Washington Dance Theatre - various times Pick
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Lula Washington Dance Theatre - various times Pick
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2025 Lunar New Year Family Festival at the China Institute
Sun Feb 2, 2025
2:00pm to 5:00pm ET
Age: All
Price: Adults $15; Children $5
Location:
China Institute - Downtown
The Chinese Institute's annual festival promises an authentic and dazzling celebration highlighting the traditions of the holiday through interactive workshops and mesmerizing performances. Explore the cultural treasures of China's Prince Kung’s Palace Museum in the heart of New York City.
Festival Highlights:
- Pop-up Showcase: Prince Kung’s Palace
Immerse yourself in the elegance of Prince Kung’s Palace with stunning installations of Yin’an Hall, the Grand Theatre, and palace gates. - Spectacular Lion Dance Kickoff
- Music Performances
Enjoy the rich sounds of Chinese Drum and Gu Qin music, performed by official inheritors of China’s intangible cultural heritage. - Interactive Workshops and Experiential Stations with Master Artisans: Create your own Lunar New Year keepsakes tailored for all ages. Activities include: Shadow Puppet Making (workshop), Fragrant Sachet Designing (workshop), Chinese Opera Facial Mask Painting (workshop), Traditional Wood Crafting (workshop), Chinese Knotting (workshop), Lacquer Fans Crafting, New Year Woodblock Printing, Paper Cutting, Instant Family Photos, Stamp Collecting
Due to the high popularity of the Lunar New Year Family Festival, tickets sell out very quickly.
Workshops are first-come, first-served as spaces are limited. Sign-up for workshops is available at check-in.
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
