# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Lunar New Year 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Welcoming the Year of the Horse ?✨

Join us for a joyful Lunar New Year celebration hosted by the Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association (APAPA)! Let’s come together to embrace renewal, prosperity, and community as we welcome the Year of the Horse.

? Date: February 20, 2026
? Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
? Location: Buffalo AKG Art Museum

? Event Highlights:

✨ Traditional Performances
Experience the richness of Asian cultures through vibrant performances, including dragon dance, Japanese drumming, Chinese traditional dance, instrumental music, and more.

? Culinary Delights
Enjoy a delicious selection of Asian cuisine featuring Lunar New Year dishes symbolizing luck, prosperity, and good fortune.

? Interactive Workshops
Fun, hands-on activities for all ages, including calligraphy, lantern-making, and traditional crafts.

? Community Spirit
Reconnect with friends, meet new neighbors, and celebrate together in the true spirit of the Lunar New Year.

?️ Event Schedule
4:00 PM – 6:15 PM
• Opening Remarks
• Gold Summit Dragon Dance
• Nusantara Arts – Indonesian Performances
• JGB SHIBUKI – Japanese Drumming
• Grace Tiedemann – Chinese Dance
• Tinikling Dance Blast
• Chinese Club – Traditional Dance

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
? Classical Chinese Concert, featuring:
• Butterfly Lovers’ Violin Concerto – Program note by Dr. Andrew Lin, member of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, and Lily Li (Yichang Li), Vice President for Competitions (2025–2026), New York State Music Teachers Association; Director, Lily Li Piano Studio LLC; Community Collaborative Pianist, SUNY Fredonia School of Music
• Ziqiao Hing – Traditional Chinese Instrument Pipa
• Buffalo Chinese School 5th Grade Chorus

? Special Highlight: Niagara Falls Illumination
Get ready for a breathtaking moment!
? 10:00 PM on February 20, 2026
Niagara Falls will light up in stunning colors to celebrate APAPA Lunar New Year — proudly sponsored by the Niagara Falls Illumination Board. ??
Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration!

?️ Admission & Gifts
? Free General Admission
? Donate $20 or more to support the event and receive a Lunar New Year gift, available for pickup at the APAPA table.
• Proof of RSVP and donation required
• Limited supply — gifts are not guaranteed for day-of donations
• Every $20 donated = one additional gift

? RSVP AND donate here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/lny2026
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/buffalo/lunar-new-year-2026/200029568254409
- **Event Categories**: chinese-new-year, music, entertainment, nonprofit, art, concerts, business, workshops, food-drinks, fine-arts, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 186

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Buffalo
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Buffalo AKG Art Museum
- **lat**: 42.93218
- **long**: -78.87684
- **full address**: Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue,Buffalo,NY,United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Lunar New Year 2026
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Lunar New Year 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Lunar New Year 2026 takes place on Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Fri, 20 Feb, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Buffalo AKG Art Museum, 1285 Elmwood Avenue,Buffalo,NY,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Lunar New Year 2026?
  - **A:** Lunar New Year 2026 is organized by APAPA Buffalo-Niagara Chapter.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Lunar New Year 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Buffalo, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 180+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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