2024 Lunar New Year Parade
Year of the Dragon
SAVE THE DATE!
FEBRUARY 18, 2024
11 AM
2nd Annual OCIC Lunar New Year Parade
Our 2023 parade was Oakland Chinatown's first Lunar New Year Parade in more than 50 years, and we aim to continue that tradition. We're working to make the 2024 a more special event! Bring your enthusiasm, come dressed in your most festive outfits, and support the community!
Mark your calendars to join us on February 18, 2024! The parade starts at 11AM. Stay after the parade procession to watch some of the participating groups perform at the grandstand at 1PM. We will also give away a special prize to a lucky attendee.
PARADE ROUTE
Pick your spot! The Parade will begin and end at WILMA CHAN PARK. There will be plenty of opportunities to cheer on the participants. There isn't a bad place to watch the parade, but here's a map, just in case you want to stake out your spot.
Live Music and More
Join us after the parade for an exciting street festival in the heart of Oakland Chinatown! Enjoy shopping from local small businesses, delicious food from our diverse lineup of food vendors, and live performances featuring Bay Area local Seiji Oda, our main act, will keep you grooving all afternoon. Don't miss out on this vibrant celebration of culture and community—stay with us for a day of fun, food, and entertainment!
THE YEAR OF THE DRAGON
The Year of the Dragon begins February 10, 2024 and lasts until January 28, 2025. The dragon symbolizes power, nobleness, honor, luck, and success.
People born in the Year of the Dragon tend to be full of fighting spirit and strength. They tend to be charismatic, independent, and ambitious.
Considered one of the luckiest symbols, the Year of the Dragon predicts a year of notable achievements and success in new ventures and goals.
The Chinese zodiac runs on a twelve year cycle. Those born in the years 1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024 and 2036 have the dragon as their zodiac symbol.
JOIN THE PARADE
Thank you to everyone who applied to participate in the Oakland Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade and Night Market! We are excited to announce that the participant application is now closed. We appreciate your interest and look forward to celebrating with all of you at the event!
PARADE ROUTE
Pick your spot! The Parade will begin and end at WILMA CHAN PARK. There will be plenty of opportunities to cheer on the participants. There isn't a bad place to watch the parade, but here's a map, just in case you want to stake out your spot.
2023 Parade Information
OCIC in association with the Toishan Benevolent Association hosted the 2023 Oakland Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade. Want to learn more about the festivities last year? Click the link below.