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Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse at Navy Pier

Festive music, vibrant dance, cultural traditions, and symbols of good fortune set the stage for an unforgettable Lunar New Year celebration at Navy Pier.

As part of the free Global Connections series, this event blends traditional and contemporary artistry through live performances and interactive experiences that honor the spirit of renewal and community.

Audience at Navy Pier's Lunar New Year.

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Lunar New Year celebration at Navy Pier.

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Navy Pier's Lunar New Year celebration.

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Dancers at Lunar New Year celebration.

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Lunar New Year Celebration performance.

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Music at Lunar New Year at Navy Pier.

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Kids at Navy Pier's Lunar New Celebration.

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Performance Schedule

1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Time
Event
1:00 PM
Chinese Fine Arts Society feat. Lion Dance, Hao Dance, Yin He, Flying Faries, Chinese Yo-yo
1:55 PM
Traditional Dance by Elivy Dance Institute
2:00 PM
TCFAI (Thai Cultural Fine Arts Institute)
2:25 PM
FAHS (Filipino American Historical Society)
2:55 PM
KPAC (Korean Performing Arts Center)
3:30 PM
K-pop Dance by Elivy Dance Institute
3:40 PM
PK Neo
3:55 PM
Prism Kru
4:10 PM
Asian Pacific Islander Teen Alliance Chicago
4:25 PM
Lane Tech High School Vietnamese Club
4:35
Hoang Phuc Lion Dance

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Community Partners

Location

Aon Grand Ballroom

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