Lunar New Year 2026: Celebrating the Year of the Horse
Saturday. Feb 14, 2026. 10 AM–4 PM
Asia Society Texas Center. 1370 Southmore Blvd, Houston, Texas 77004
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Free, but need RSVP. Ticketed performances: $12 (35% Discount for AST Members)
2026 is the Year of the Horse — a symbol of energy, freedom, and forward momentum. The horse also represents strength, grace, and determination. Join Asia Society Texas in welcoming the Year of the Horse with vibrant performances, hands-on arts and craft activities, and delicious food — all inspired by Lunar New Year traditions across Asia!
Celebrate the new year as traditional lion dancers kick off the festivities outside on our festival lawn. Enjoy dynamic Chinese music and dance performances, get creative with Lunar New Year-themed crafts, and visit our The House of Pikachu: Art, Anime, and Pop Culture exhibition!
Free Festival Performances
Lion Dance | 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Enjoy energetic lion dance performances by Houston Shaolin Kung Fu Academy
Ticketed Theater Performances
Spring Festival: Splendor of Huaxing | 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Music and dance performances by Huaxing Arts Group Houston are ticketed ($12; 35% discount for AST members) and include building entry.
Performances take place inside the Brown Foundation Performing Arts Theater. Each showtime features the same music and dance performances.
1. Parking and Transportation
Paid parking ($10) is available in our lot across Southmore Boulevard. Entrances are located on Caroline Street and Austin Street. Bicycle racks are available in our parking lot for no cost.
2. The festival schedule is below.
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