February 10, 2026

The Fifth Annual Edmonds Lunar New Year

In the Chinese zodiac, 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse, and if you’re ready for bold energy and fearless momentum, giddy up because this is your year. Fire Horses are characterized by courage, passion, and a relentless drive for freedom and innovation. They break limits, gallop toward goals, and make big moves with gusto.

Since a dozen animals rotate through the zodiac, expect the 12, 24, 36, 48, 60, 72-year-old (and so on) horses you know to trot into opportunities for bold change and creative breakthroughs. Some famous horses? Aretha Franklin, Teddy Roosevelt, Louisa May Alcott, Nelson Mandela, and Oprah Winfrey. Need we say more?

A year of courage and progress is worth celebrating! We hope you’ll join us because this year’s Lunar New Year event in Edmonds is our biggest and best yet. Keep reading for the full lowdown.

The Celebration Starts Early

Make sure you participate in the Red Envelope Walk from February 15th to 28th, during which participating shops will hide a “lucky horse” (in celebration of the Year of the Horse) for visitors to find and earn a stamp on their Red Envelope Walk card.

After collecting stamps from 12 or more businesses, return your card to Anchor Chic Consignment to get a lucky red envelope filled with small treats. All completed cards submitted during the event will be entered into a drawing to win a basket of local goods from participating businesses.

Red Envelope Walk Participating Businesses:

Massive Monkees

Edmonds Lunar New Year Day Of Events

Widely, Lunar New Year is celebrated on or around the first new moon of the lunar calendar. This year’s celebration kicks off right in the middle of February.

The Multicultural Association of Edmonds (MAE) will host its fifth annual Lunar New Year Edmonds (LNYE) event on Saturday, February 28, starting at 9am. Celebrators can expect performances by Mak Fai Kung Fu Dragon and Lion Dance, Kung Fu Kwoon, Melody Institute Chinese Dance School, and the world-famous Massive Monkees breakdancers (an audience favorite every year!).

Demonstrations, a market with over 60 vendors and food trucks, and family-friendly activities round out the day.

Here’s your schedule:

9am-2pm: Lunar New Year Market at 5th Ave. N. & Bell St. in Downtown Edmonds, bursting with over 60 vendors and food trucks

11am: Live stage performances begin at Edmonds Center for the Arts (410 Fourth Avenue North), including:

-Mak Fai Kung Fu Dragon and Lion Dance

-Kung Fu Kwoon

-Melody Institute Chinese Dance School

-Massive Monkees Breakdancing Crew (closing out the show!)

New this year: The ECA gym transforms into Celebration Hall, with even more family-friendly activities, including art stations, Seattle Go games, Jaiiya tea service, Chinese calligraphy, face painting, a community support space, and more.

This event is free and open to the public. Grab your free tickets now here. To stay in the know on all things Lunar New Year, keep the LNYE website on refresh and bookmark your schedule here.

Want To Support The Cause?

MAE hosts events like this to build a stronger, more connected community for all of Edmonds. Consider supporting their mission by attending the celebration, shopping the Red Envelope Walk, or making a donation at maedmonds.org.

Want to rep the cause? Grab your Lunar New Year merch at an upcoming Cabin Fever Market (formerly Winter Market), at the February 28th festivities, or online following the event.

Most importantly, don’t forget to bring us along as you ring in the Lunar New Year. Add #LNYE2026 to your social media posts, and we’ll share our favorites on our stories!

马到成功 (Mǎ dào chénggōng)! (^^ “May success come swiftly like a galloping horse!”)

By Whitney Popa, photos by Matt Hulbert