Residents were invited to celebrate the 2026 Lunar New Year on Saturday at a community event in Northridge Park honoring the Year of the Horse.
Los Angeles City Councilmember John S. Lee said, “Lunar New Year is a meaningful celebration of renewal, family, and tradition. This event serves as a wonderful opportunity to bring our community together to welcome the Year of the Horse and recognize the cultural heritage that enriches our city.”
The celebration featured giveaways, food, and family friendly activities.
Among the events that day, the members of CHEER (Community for Holistic Education and Empowerment of Civic Responsibility) practiced their routine before performing; and members of the Lau Martial Club performed the Lion Dance; and members of the Valley Youth Philharmonic Orchestra performed.
Members of CHEER (Community for Holistic Education and Empowerment of Civic Responsibility) practice their routine before performing during a community celebration of the 2026 Lunar New Year honoring the Year of the Horse at Northridge Park in Northridge, Calif., on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer)
Members of the Lau Martial Club perform the Lion Dance on stage during a community celebration of the 2026 Lunar New Year honoring the Year of the Horse at Northridge Park in Northridge, Calif., on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. The Lion Dance symbolizes good luck and prosperity and is traditionally performed to welcome the new year. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer)
Members of the Valley Youth Philharmonic Orchestra perform during a community celebration of the 2026 Lunar New Year honoring the Year of the Horse at Northridge Park in Northridge, Calif., on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer)
Audience members watch as the Lau Martial Club performs the Lion Dance on stage during a community celebration of the 2026 Lunar New Year honoring the Year of the Horse at Northridge Park in Northridge, Calif., on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. The Lion Dance symbolizes good luck and prosperity and is traditionally performed to welcome the new year. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer)
Los Angeles City Park Ranger Alexa Ayala greets a horse ridden by another park ranger during a community celebration of the 2026 Lunar New Year honoring the Year of the Horse at Northridge Park in Northridge, Calif. The event features giveaways, food and family-friendly activities, and opportunities for guests to meet and take photos with horses, on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer)
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Members of CHEER (Community for Holistic Education and Empowerment of Civic Responsibility) practice their routine before performing during a community celebration of the 2026 Lunar New Year honoring the Year of the Horse at Northridge Park in Northridge, Calif., on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026. (Photo by Mark Savage, Contributing Photographer)
Councilmember Lee added, “In a community with strong equestrian roots, celebrating the Year of the Horse carries special significance. Events like this give families the chance to learn about different cultures and traditions, connect with one another, and take pride in the diversity that makes Los Angeles such a vibrant city.”