2013 Chinese New Year Events

Chinese New Year marks the turn of the lunar calendar. Events throughout Vancouver and Richmond celebrate the occasion with flower shows, parades, performances, and other festivities. Here's where and when:

Flower Shows during Chinese New Year

• Chinese New Year Flower Bazaar
  When: Feb. 6-10, 2013
  Where: Buddhist Temple, 9160 Steveston Hwy.
• Chinese New Year Flower and Gift Fair
  When: Feb. 6-11, 2013
  Where: Aberdeen Centre, 4400 Hazelbridge Way

Chinese New Year's Eve Celebrations:

• Chinese New Year's Eve
  When: Feb. 9, 2013 starting at 10 a.m.
  Where: Buddhist Temple, 9160 Steveston Hwy.
• Countdown Night to Chinese New Year of the Snake
  When: Feb. 9, 2013 starting at 8:30 p.m.
  Where: Aberdeen Centre, 4400 Hazelbridge Way

Where to Spend Chinese New Year's Day:

• Golden Dragon and Lion Dance
  When: Feb. 10, 2013 starting at 11 a.m.
  Where: Aberdeen Centre, 4400 Hazelbridge Way
• New Year Celebration, Richmond Chinese Community Society
  When: Feb. 10, 2013 starting at 1:30 p.m.
  Where: Richmond Centre, 6551 No. 3 Rd.
• Year of the Snake Lion Dance Celebration
  When: Feb. 10, 2013, 5-6 p.m.
  Where: Richmond Public Market, 8260 Westminster Hwy.

Chinese New Year Parades:

• Chinese New Year Parade in Chinatown
  When: Sunday Feb. 17, 2013 starting at 11 a.m.
  Where: Chinatown