2026 Torrance Lunar New Year Festival & 22nd Chinese American Show

The South Bay Chinese American Association of California USA invites the community to join us on Sunday, January 11, 2026, for a full day of cultural celebration at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center.

The 2026 Torrance Lunar New Year Festival will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

What to expect

• Dragon & Lion Dance Spectacular
  • High-energy dragon and lion dances, live drumming, cultural demonstrations, and interactive experience zones throughout the festival.
• Hands-On Cultural Experiences
  • Enjoy live calligraphy demonstrations with hands-on learning, traditional sugar art and figurine crafting, dumpling-making workshops, and tea ceremony demonstrations.
• Live Music & Cultural Entertainment
  • From traditional Chinese performances to modern fusion acts, enjoy an all-day lineup featuring talented local and international artists.
• Cosplay & Traditional Outfit Photo Experience
  • Try on traditional attire, explore the cosplay area, and capture memorable moments at our themed photo booth.
• Cybertruck Painting Experience
  • A fun, safe, hands-on painting experience where kids can decorate a Cybertruck.
• Free Giveaways 
  • Festival-wide giveaways and surprises for attendees throughout the day.
• Kids Activities & Family Zone
  • Games, crafts, storytelling, photo areas, and family-friendly activities designed to keep kids engaged and smiling all day long
• Food Court Featuring Asian Cuisine
  • Celebrate the New Year with authentic Asian flavors from a variety of food vendors.
• Marketplace & Local Vendors
  • Shop handcrafted goods, cultural items, art, accessories, gifts, and unique products from small businesses across the region.

In addition, the ticketed 22nd Chinese American Lunar New Year Show will be held inside the Armstrong Theatre from 2:00 P.M. to 4:30 P.M., continuing our tradition of a high-quality cultural stage production.

For more event details or to purchase theatre show tickets, please visit: www.southbaychinese.org/2026lunarnewyear | Check out the updated event flyer and new festival map!

 

Location

Torrance Cultural Arts Center, 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, 90503, View Map