Funded in part by the City of Houston through Houston Arts Alliance

Become immersed in Houston's diverse Asian heritage and ring in the Lunar New Year. Enjoy a day of performances and inspired activities celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING

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Saturday, February 14

‍APAHA (Asian Pacific American Heritage Association): Join our friends from APAHA for red envelope giveaways, an origami station, Chinese rattle drum crafts, a hands-on craft table, and helpful information about Lunar New Year traditions.

When: From 10 am to 2 pm in Kids' Hall

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Soaring Phoenix Lion Dance: Experience the energy and beauty of a traditional lion dance in this truly unforgettable performance!

When: At 11 am in Playscape and at 2 pm in Kids' Hall

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J&H Dance School: Experience the artistry and energy of J&H Dance School as their talented students showcase traditional and contemporary Chinese dance in an unforgettable performance.

When: At 12 pm in Brown Auditorium

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Diabolo (Chinese Yo-Yo) Performance: Witness the art of the diabolo, a traditional Chinese yo-yo, as it spins and soars in a vibrant performance by Rice University student Mika Chang.

When: At 1:30 pm in Brown Auditorium

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Horse Puppets: Create movable puppets in this maker activity celebrating the Year of the Horse.

When: All Day in Maker Annex

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Lunar New Year Crafts: Celebrate Lunar New Year by creating colorful paper lanterns, spinning a Chinese Zodiac wheel to discover your animal, and building a lion dance puppet to dance into the new year.

When: All Day in Kaleidoscope

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Sunday, February 15

Dance of Asian America: Join us for a mesmerizing traditional Chinese dance performance showcasing vibrant costumes, authentic music and award-winning choreography.

When: At 12 pm in Brown Auditorium

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Horse Puppets: Create movable puppets in this maker activity celebrating the Year of the Horse.

When: All Day in Maker Annex‍

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Lunar New Year Crafts: Celebrate Lunar New Year by creating colorful paper lanterns, spinning a Chinese Zodiac wheel to discover your animal, and building a lion dance puppet to dance into the new year.

When: All Day in Kaleidoscope

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