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Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade

February 26, 2026

The Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade in Chicago takes place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM in the city’s Chinatown neighborhood. The parade begins at 24th Street and Wentworth Avenue and travels north along Wentworth toward Cermak Road. The event is free and open to the public, drawing thousands of spectators each year.

Attendees can expect vibrant lion and dragon dances, colorful floats, marching bands, and cultural performances celebrating the Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse. It’s one of the largest Lunar New Year celebrations in the Midwest, and visitors are encouraged to arrive early for the best viewing spots and to explore Chinatown’s restaurants and shops before or after the parade.

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