- Updated on January 19, 2026
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with festive activities, vibrant cultural performances, and community celebrations. From traditional lion dances to hands-on kids’ workshops, families across Toronto and Southern Ontario can enjoy a variety of Lunar New Year events. Explore what’s happening below and plan a fun outing to welcome the new year together.
Celebrate the Year of the Horse
2026 Lunar New Year Celebrations in the GTA
Celebrate Lunar New Year with the LEGO Group
Jan 21
to Jan 27, 2026
CF Markville Mall
Celebrate Lunar New Year with LEGO® bricks at CF Markville Mall from January 21-27. This immersive LEGO Lunar New Year activation invites families and fans of all ages to enjoy hands-on free-building, explore festive red-and-gold displays, and pose for photos in front of a large-scale LEGO brick–built lion ...
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Square One Shopping Centre
Jan 26
to Feb 22, 2026
Square One Shopping Centre
Square One celebrates the Year of the Horse with two vibrant art displays. Take a photo under the long scrolls inspired by the tradition of Fai Chun blessings for Lunar New Year, or use the Lunar New Year art installation as a beautiful backdrop for your family photos. ...
Chinese Canadian Lunar New Year Gala
Jan 31
to Jan 31, 2026
Meridian Arts Centre
A festive Lunar New Year gala featuring music, dance, and visual storytelling celebrating Chinese culture and the Chinese Canadian community The 2026 Chinese Canadian Lunar New Year Gala is a signature cultural performance celebrating the Lunar New Year and welcoming the Year of the Horse. Held on Chinese ...
Vietnamese Lunar New Year Celebration
Feb 1
to Feb 1, 2026
Brampton City Hall
The City of Brampton invites residents to embrace East Asian culture with a special celebration at City Hall. Enjoy live performances and free traditional cuisine as we welcome the Year of the Horse. Celebrate the rich culture, traditions, and community spirit of the Vietnamese community. In partnership with ...
Lunar New Year at STC
Feb 7
to Feb 7, 2026
Scarborough Town Centre
Please join us in celebrating Lunar New Year with the Scarborough Town Centre community and usher in the Year of the Horse. Community Lunar New Year celebration. Cultural performances including the lion dance, the dragon dance, Chinese folk dances, martial arts demonstrations, and the God of Fortune interacting with guests. ...
Lunar New Year Celebration Gala
Feb 7
to Feb 7, 2026
Burlington Performing Arts Centre
The Year of the Horse Celebration presented by Redleaf Cultural Integration Join us for an unforgettable Lunar New Year celebration on February 7, 2026 at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre, as Redleaf Cultural Integration presents The Year of the Horse Celebration! The event will feature various spectacular performances, ...
Toronto Spring Festival Fireworks Celebration
Feb 14
to Feb 16, 2026
Nathan Phillips Square
The Toronto Spring Festival is a vibrant celebration of cultural diversity, showcasing traditional customs alongside modern festivities. It aims to foster inclusivity and cultural exchange in the heart of Toronto. Join us for three days of immersive experiences, live performances, and interactive workshops that highlight the beauty of ...
Toronto Chinatown BIA Chinese New Year Celebrations
Feb 21
to Feb 22, 2026
Chinatown Toronto
Toronto Chinatown BIA is thrilled to announce our 2026 Lunar New Year Celebrations will be on Feb 21 & 22 at both Chinatown Centre and Dragon City Mall! Witness the traditional lion dance to kick off our event followed by a lineup of interactive activities and performances to ...
GTA LunarFest
Feb 21
to Feb 22, 2026
Varley Art Gallery
Join LunarFest at Varley Art Gallery to celebrate the Year of the Horse! An annual celebration of the Lunar New Year through arts and storytelling. We invite the diverse communities of Canada to join us in creating new traditions to welcome a new year, together! The Year of ...
2026 LunarFest GTA - Brave the Wind
Feb 21
to Feb 22, 2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
A Lunar New Year celebration like no other! LunarFest GTA invites you to welcome the Year of the Horse together with workshops and storytelling sessions. Create your own paper horse and be part of a trans-Pacific stop-motion animation, where everyone’s horses will race into the new year. Enjoy ...
2026 Lunar Lantern
Feb 21
to Mar 20, 2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
Lighting up the new year with six new stories, the Lunar Lanterns will be shining bright in the Varley Art Gallery courtyard starting Feb 21. Featuring local artists from diverse backgrounds, discover stories and cultural connections by artists Philip Cote, Yasaman Mehrsa, Stephanie Avery, Jieun Kim aka June, ...
2026 LunarFest GTA - Performances & Family Activities
Feb 21
to Feb 22, 2026
Varley Art Gallery of Markham
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at LunarFest through a two-day free event featuring local Asian Canadian musicians and family storytelling activities! Inspired by the theme Brave the Wind and the Year of the Horse, we invite you to bring your family and friends to enjoy music, stories, and ...
Brampton Celebrates Lunar New Year
Feb 26
to Feb 26, 2026
Brampton City Hall
The City of Brampton invites residents to embrace East Asian culture with a special celebration at City Hall. Enjoy live performances and free traditional cuisine as we welcome the Year of the Horse. Celebrate the rich culture, traditions, and spirit of the East Asian community. In partnership with ...
Year of the Horse: A Lunar New Year Celebration
Feb 28
to Feb 28, 2026
Roy Thomson Hall
Ring in the Year of the Horse with a joyous celebration of music and tradition that’s fun for the whole family! Comedian Dashan, conductor Carolyn Kuan, and renowned pipa virtuoso Wu Man join your Toronto Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening filled with vibrant works that capture the ...
