Free Santa Monica Place Lunar New Year Celebration

 Santa Monica Place commemorates the Year of the Pig with its annual Lunar New Year celebration on Saturday, February 16 from 2 – 6 p.m. Hosted by comedian Paul “PK” Kim, celebrations will include authentic cultural performances and activities such as the traditional Chinese lion dance, Korean fan dance, stilt walkers, traditional dough artist, balloon twister, classical folk music from a Chinese musical duo, New Year’s Wishing Trees and family-friendly arts and crafts for all to enjoy. New this year is the addition of popular K-pop dance group, First Bite.

Enjoy traditional cultural performances, arts & crafts, and enjoy special offers from participating stores & restaurants.

WHEN: Saturday, February 16th 2-6pm | Center Plaza, Level 1

TIME: 2 – 6pm DJ, music duo, dough artist, balloon artist, crafts

2:30 & 4:30pm                Korean fan dance
3:30 & 5:30pm                Lion dance
3:45 & 4:45pm                K-Pop dancers

Santa Monica Place is located at 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica, at Broadway and Third Street Promenade. The event will be held on level one in Center Plaza. More information about Santa Monica Place and the annual Lunar New Year celebration is available here.