Ways to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Memphis

Did you know Memphis has a large Asian community? Lunar New Year is celebrated in many Asian cultures and celebrates the end of winter, the start of spring, the start of the agricultural season, and the beginning of a new cycle in the 12-year zodiac cycle. Many people celebrate by

  • Cleaning the house to remove bad luck
  • Decorating with red items like lanterns and papercuts
  • Giving and receiving red envelopes called hongbao
  • Eating special foods with family
  • Visiting with extended family members
  • Watching lion dances to expel evil spirits
  • Setting off fireworks and firecrackers

Do you want to celebrate the Lunar New Year? Here are a list of ways you can in Memphis!

A group of dancers wearing traditional outfits perform with pink sashes inside a gallery, with onlookers in the background.

Lunar New Year Celebration

When: Saturday, January 25, 10am – 1pm

Where: Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

What: Performances, live music, hands-on art activities for all ages, delicious authentic cuisine, and so much more!

Poster for Tết Festival 2025 in Memphis featuring event details, performances like lion and dragon dances, martial arts, food, and kids' games, with New Year-themed graphics and fireworks.

Lễ Hội Tết / Vietnamese Lunar New Year

When: Sunday, January 26, 12pm-4pm and 7pm-11pm

Where: The Coronet – 5770 Shelby Oaks Dr, Memphis, TN

What: Lion & Dragon Dance, Ao Dai Fashion Show, Live Music & Singing, Traditional & Modern Dances, Martial Arts Demonstration, Scholarship Awards Honoring Young Talent, Lotto Games with Fantastic Prizes!

Memphis Lunar New Year Fair

When: Saturday, February 8, 10am – 9pm

Where: Agricenter International

What: Traditional Lion and Dragon dances, live performances, Asian arts and crafts, and a variety of delicious foods

Two people holding red envelopes with gold designs, standing in a decorated restaurant setting.

Lunar New Year at Taskashi Bistro

When: Month of January

Where: Takashi Bistro

What:Throughout January, any customer who spends $100+ gets to pull a red envelope*. Inside is a coupon good for 20% off a future meal, a free app, or a free dessert. The coupons can be used through April 2025.⁠

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