Celebrate the Lunar New Year at City Center Bishop Ranch!

Date: February 2, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: City Center Bishop Ranch

Mark your calendars and welcome the Year of the Snake in grand style! City Center Bishop Ranch invites you and your family to an unforgettable afternoon filled with captivating performances, traditional artistry, and festive joy.

A Celebration of Culture and Tradition

The Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is one of the most significant holidays in many East Asian cultures, particularly in China, Vietnam, and Korea. It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar, with each year represented by one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. This year, we celebrate the Snake, a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and transformation.

Dating back over 4,000 years, the Lunar New Year has its origins in ancient agricultural rituals, where people would honor their ancestors and pray for a prosperous harvest. Today, it is a time to gather with loved ones, enjoy delicious feasts, and usher in good fortune and happiness for the year ahead.

What to Expect at the Event

Step into a world of rich cultural heritage and artistic wonder! The festivities will feature:

• Traditional Chinese Dancers: Watch as elegant performers bring ancient stories to life with grace and precision.
• Live Music: Feel the rhythm of traditional and modern tunes that celebrate the spirit of the New Year.
• Mesmerizing Contortionist: Marvel at the astonishing flexibility and artistry of this breathtaking act.
• Bian Lian “Face Changer”: Witness the magic of this rare and enchanting art form, where performers switch between vividly painted masks in the blink of an eye.
• Dragon Dance: Experience the high-energy spectacle of the iconic dragon dance, a symbol of power, strength, and good luck.

Why You Should Join

This Lunar New Year celebration is more than just a performance—it's an opportunity to connect with the community, learn about traditions, and create lasting memories. Whether you're immersing yourself in the vibrant performances or simply soaking in the festive atmosphere, this event promises something special for everyone.

Event Details

• Admission: Free
• Location: City Center Bishop Ranch (Click for directions)
• Parking: Ample parking is available.

Bring your family and friends, and let’s ring in the Year of the Snake together! Don't miss out on this vibrant celebration of culture, tradition, and new beginnings.

See you on February 2, 2025, at City Center Bishop Ranch!