According to Secretsanfrancisco.com, ring in the Year of the Snake with San Francisco’s iconic Chinese New Year Parade on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 5 PM. As the largest Lunar New Year parade outside Asia, this event features dazzling floats, a 288-foot Golden Dragon, and over 100 stunning entries.
Location: Market, Geary, Post, and Kearny Streets
Bleacher Seats: $45–$75 (free spots available along the route)
Don’t Miss the Community Street Fair!
Dates: February 15–16, 2025
Explore over 120 booths with crafts, food, and performances like Chinese opera and folk dancing.
Additional Events
While the official Lunar New Year is January 29, 2025, Chinatown offers weeks of festivities:
- Jan. 25–26: Flower Market Fair
- Feb. 14: Miss Chinatown Pageant
- Mar. 2: Chinatown YMCA Run
Travel Tips: Take public transportation, arrive early for the best spots, and dress in layers.
Celebrate a tradition that has brought joy to the city since 1851. Mark your calendar and immerse yourself in this cultural spectacle!
Source: Secretsanfrancisco.com
