Honor timeless traditions and invite good fortune into the Year of the Snake with one of the following Lunar New Year events in Arizona. These exciting celebrations commemorate the new season with cultural ceremonies, dramatic lion dances, and exclusive dining experiences.
Jan. 29 to Feb. 12: Lunar New Year at Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and Grill
Scottsdale and Tempe
Ling & Louie’s Asian Bar and Grill hosts an exciting Lunar New Year celebration at its Tempe and Scottsdale locations from Jan. 29 through Feb. 12. Both locations will be transformed into festive havens, offering stunning décor, live performances, and a limited-time menu inspired by Lunar New Year traditions. The exclusive menu features dishes crafted to bring wealth, long life, and prosperity, with highlights including Szechwan sea bass, char siu pork tenderloin, and Longevity Noodles.
For more information: www.lingandlouies.com.
Feb. 1: Lunar New Year Festival at Desert Ridge Marketplace
Phoenix

Welcome the wealth, prosperity, and luck of the Year of the Snake with the 8th Annual Lunar New Year Festival at Desert Ridge Marketplace, taking place on Saturday, Feb. 1, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The District Stage. The exciting event is in partnership with 9 Dragons Kung Fu, as they host cultural performances, dramatic lion dances, tai chi demonstrations, and art displays.
Cost: Free to attend.
For more information: shopdesertridge.com.
Feb. 1: Lunar New Year at Kembara
Phoenix
Commemorate the Year of the Snake with Kembara in Phoenix as the community gathers for a special celebration taking place on Feb. 1 from 5 to 9 p.m. Celebrity chef Angelo Sosa, a “Top Chef” alum, has curated an unforgettable dining experience for guests, that begins with a traditional dragon dance ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Following the traditional dance, guests can begin indulging in a specialty cocktail menu created by guest mixologist Peter Tagala, who provides complimentary samples from 6 to 8 p.m. To eat, menu highlights include freshly shucked oysters with yuzu mignonette and black pepper lobster. Guests who book a reservation will receive a surprise gift, such as a complimentary drink or gift certificate.
For more information: www.kembaradesertridge.com.
Feb. 1 and Feb. 2: Phoenix Chinese Week
Phoenix

The 35th Annual Phoenix Chinese Week Lunar New Year Festival is returning to Steele Indian School Park to welcome the Year of the Snake from Feb. 1 to Feb. 2. The festival begins with a grand opening ceremony at 9 a.m., featuring lion and dragon dances, cultural performances, and dignitary appearances. The event offers a wide range of activities, including a children’s pavilion with hands-on crafts, a tea ceremony demonstration, and cooking presentations. Guests can explore a food pavilion filled with authentic Asian cuisine, enjoy beer in the beer garden, and learn about Chinese history and culture at interactive booths. A dragon boat display, mahjong demonstrations, and traditional Chinese costume photo opportunities add to the vibrant atmosphere.
Cost: Free to attend.
For more information: phoenixchineseweek.org.