For one of the biggest and most comprehensive celebrations of the Lunar New Year in Oklahoma City, swing by the Myriad Gardens for Lunar New Year in the Gardens, in partnership with the Asian District, taking place on Saturday, Feb. 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be performances, food, face painting and crafts.
Throughout the day, guests can enjoy an exciting lineup of cultural performances and demonstrations. Performances include a martial arts demonstration by Hoshin Dojo, Chinese folk dance by China Roses and a Kung Fu demonstration from Kung Fu San Soo OKC. The crowd-favorite Hung Viet Lion Dancers will be back this year, while Burmese Community Dance/Sang Rem will share beautiful Burmese folk dance traditions. Fans of modern pop culture won’t want to miss X2C Crew, a high-energy K-pop dance group that always draws a crowd.
In addition to performances, the event will feature local vendors, food trucks, crafts and family-friendly activities. While you’re already at the Myriad Gardens, be sure to step inside the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory to experience its annual orchid show, Love Takes Root: An Orchid Engagement. The stunning floral displays offer a peaceful and colorful complement to the festivities happening outside.
If you can’t make either of these events, you can stop by one of the many delicious Asian restaurants in Oklahoma City for a celebratory meal in spirit. To name a few: Golden Phoenix, Grand House Asian Bistro, Szechuan Story, Lido, Pho Cuong, Pho Lien Hoa, Lee’s Sandwiches, Seoul Pocha and Maple Korean BBQ & Hot Pot.
