Summary:

NYC's 27th annual Lunar New Year Parade will celebrate the Year of the Snake on February 16, 2025.
Over 600,000 people are expected to attend this vibrant event.
The parade will feature 25,000 participants and start in Little Italy, traveling through Chinatown.
The celebrations begin on January 29th with a firecracker ceremony and cultural festival.
WABC-TV will stream the parade live online and on their apps.

NYC's 2025 Lunar New Year Parade: Year of the Snake

Get ready for a spectacular celebration! New York City is preparing for its 27th annual Lunar New Year Parade and Festival, celebrating the Year of the Snake.

A Colorful Spectacle

This vibrant event, expected to draw over 600,000 attendees, will take place on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at 1 p.m., starting in Little Italy and winding through Chinatown. The parade will feature over 25,000 participants with dazzling floats, energetic bands, and captivating performers representing diverse communities and cultures.

Following the parade, enjoy the festival atmosphere with booths along Bayard Street between Mott Street and Mulberry Street.

Watch it Live! WABC-TV will proudly stream the parade live on abc7NY.com, their mobile and connected TV apps, and YouTube.

Beyond the Parade

The festivities kick off much earlier! Celebrations begin on January 29th, the first day of the Lunar New Year, with a firecracker ceremony and cultural festival hosted by Better Chinatown USA. You can find more details on their website: Better Chinatown USA.