2024 Annual Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival (Various Asian Traditions: Chinese, Japanese, Vietnam..)NEW

Join us for the weekend at RC Sports Center as we celebrate the largest festival in the Asian community! Enjoy delicious food from the local popups around Rancho Cucamonga, shop to your heart's content from local artisans and small business owners, and enjoy cultural performances from the community! The event is free to attend so bring your friends and family and enjoy the festivities of the Lunar New Year!

This year is the year of the dragon, the fifth of twelve zodiacs! The dragon is the most revered of all the zodiacs, in the past emperors were seen as the reincarnation of dragons. You're a dragon if you're born in 1964, 1976, 1988, or 2000!

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In collaboration with the City of Rancho Cucamonga, Panana Events extends a warm invitation to all for the second annual Lunar Festival. Hosted at the RC Sports Center on the third weekend of January, immerse yourself in a world lit by radiant red lanterns, up to 100 vendors, spectacular lion dances, and the fiery spirit of the Year of the Dragon!

Signifying strength, honor, and luck, the Dragon is the fifth symbol in the 12-year Zodiac cycle. This majestic creature holds a special place in various Asian traditions, symbolizing power and charisma. Join us in welcoming the new year, embracing the courage and vitality of the Dragon.

Opening Ceremony: Dive into the celebrations between 11:30 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 20, with thrilling performances including the mesmerizing Taiko Drummers, traditional Lion & Dragon Dances, and the power-packed Shaolin Kungfu.

LA's Best on Stage: Revel in artistic excellence as talented performers from Los Angeles grace the stage: Graceful Chinese dances by YaLi Dance Studio and Tang Arts and Performing Studios. Dynamic K-Pop performances by M.A.D Dance Studios. Exciting traditional music and UCR's Japanese Taiko Drums.

Culinary Wonders: The Lunar New Year is synonymous with feasting! Delight your taste buds with a diverse range of offerings from the finest food vendors in the IE. Whether it's savory lamb skewers, fluffy steamed buns, or generously sized flame-grilled squids, your cravings will be more than satisfied!

Artisan Marketplace: A treasure trove awaits with local and regional artisans showcasing their crafts - from delicate paper art, exquisite jewelry, terra cotta dolls, to masterful calligraphy from China and Vietnam. Also, enjoy personalized caricatures, manga art, intricate henna designs, and custom paintings by talented local artists.

Children's Adventure Zone: A wonderland for the young ones with fun inflatables, challenging rock walls, delightful Disney-themed jumpers, and the ever-popular Japanese arcade games offering amazing prizes. Let your child carry home unique memories of the Lunar New Year.

Dates
January 20-21, 2024.

Times
Sat, January 20: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sun, January 21: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Location
RC Sports Center (8303 Rochester Avenue)

Admission & Parking
Absolutely Free