𧧠Longmont Welcomes the Lunar New Year
đ A New Year, the Longmont Way
Happy Friday, Longmont!
One of Longmontâs most vibrant winter traditions is backâand itâs the kind of event where curiosity is rewarded. Every corner holds something unexpected, from movement and music to moments youâll want to linger in. If youâre looking for a feel-good way to kick off the weekend, this one deserves a closer look.
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𧧠Lunar New Year Lights Up Longmont
If youâve been craving color, culture, and something that feels like a true community celebrationâthis is it. Longmontâs Lunar New Year Festival is back this weekend, and itâs one of those events where thereâs always something happening in every direction. From drumbeats echoing through the gym to food aromas drifting down the hallways, this oneâs worth circling on your calendar.
đ Lunar New Year Festival 2026
đ Silver Creek High School | 4901 Nelson Rd, Longmont
â° Saturday, January 31 | Doors at 1:30 PM, festivities begin at 2:00 PM
đď¸ Free | All ages welcome
Hosted by the Asian-Pacific Association of Longmont, this annual festival celebrates Lunar New Year with a full afternoon of performances, hands-on activities, and cultural experiences.
What to expect (aka: why youâll want to stay awhile):
⢠đŚ Iconic Lion Dance to kick things offâloud, energetic, and impossible to miss
⢠đś Live performances including Taiko drumming, Bollywood dance, Kung Fu, K-Pop, folk dances, orchestras, Tai Chi, Hawaiian hula, and even a magic show
⢠đ¨ Interactive booths with origami, henna, brush painting, paper cutting, name translations, and more
⢠đ˛ Cultural games for kids (and competitive adults) like chopsticks challenges and hacky sack
⢠đ Asian food sampling in the cafeteriaâcome hungry
⢠đ Live drone show outside in the plaza (weather permitting)
Itâs festive, welcoming, and genuinely one of Longmontâs most joyful winter eventsâperfect for families, friends, or anyone curious to experience something new right in town.
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đ See You at the Celebration
Whether you stay for one performance or spend the whole afternoon exploring, this festival is a great way to celebrate together. Weâll catch you back here soon with more ways to make the most of the weekend.
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Have a rocking weekend! See you Monday!
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