9 Vibrant Ways To Celebrate The Lunar New Year & Welcome ‘The Year Of The Horse’ In Miami

The former Wynwood market is bringing the flavor and celebrations to Lincoln Road on February 14 and 15! The weekend event will include loads of cultural activations, live performances and a wide range of Asian food vendors to Miami Beach. Highlights include Mrs. Dan’s Calligraphy Classes (2 to 4 p.m.), lion dance performances (5 to 5:30 p.m.), kung fu demonstrations (5:30 to 6 p.m.), caricature art (1 to 3 p.m.) and much more.

Miami Design District is gearing up for its annual Lunar New Year festivities on Tuesday, February 17. Everyone is welcome to watch their exciting lion dancers, symbolizing strength and good luck, taking place throughout the district. They’ll begin in Palm Court at 5:30 p.m. and end in Paradise Plaza.

With a celebratory lion dance and offers created just for the occasion, you don’t want to miss this! From February 17 to 21, Jarana will merge the flavors and spirit of a Peruvian party with the Year of the Horse by creating a special menu featuring Siu Mai (four delicate shrimp dumplings finished with curry-spiced apuchado sauce, coconut cream and fresh scallions) and Wantanes Chiferos (crisp fried wonton dough topped with rich pork belly relleno and a bright tamarind glaze). The lion dance will go down on February 20 at 8:40 p.m.

On February 16 and 17, welcome the Year of the Horse at the acclaimed restaurants found over at The Setai Miami Beach: Jaya and Japón. Taking place from 6 to 11 p.m. each evening, the celebration will transform the hotel’s courtyard with dynamic dragon and lion dance performances accompanied by the rhythmic beats of traditional Guangdong drummers. Guests also count on specially curated Lunar New Year dishes prepared by Executive Chef Vijayudu Veena, which will showcase bold Asian flavors and celebratory favorites.

Fashion meets flavor as Kith Treats launches this limited-edition collection for the new year. From now through February 22 at both their Design District and Miami Beach locations, the brand is celebrating the Year of the Horse with a new menu item and apparel capsule. The treat, The Horse, is a decadent blend of vanilla ice cream infused with persimmons, Cinnamon Toast Crunch and candied pecans, finished with gold sprinkle. Whether you order it as a swirl, milkshake or ice cream sandwich, it’s a nostalgic-yet-luxe nod to the holiday while checking out the matching capsule collection.

Known for its treehouse-like atmosphere and elegant Southeast Asian cuisine, Komodo is once again celebrating with a thrilling night of entertainment, including traditional lion dancers (8 p.m.) and a limited-edition dessert created exclusively for the holiday. Blending elevated cuisine with time-honored tradition, it’ll all take place on Tuesday, February 17th.

For a celebration that’s as loud and vibrant as the holiday itself, head to this four-time Michelin Bib Gourmand–recognized MiMo restaurant on February 19 and 26. Phuc Yea is transforming its space into a red-and-gold-filled experience full of live cultural entertainment, giveaways, chef specials and more. Co-owner Ani Meinhold and Chef Cesar Zapata are honoring their roots with a menu that blends traditional Vietnamese and Colombian cuisines.

Beyond the food and drinks, the nights feature a special treat for every guest: a traditional red envelope. Inside, diners will find prizes ranging from a welcome cocktail to a coveted short rib feast for two, redeemable on a future visit.

Available now through February 28, indulge in an à la carte menu crafted by Hakkasan’s Executive Chef Hing Fung Matt Chan. Choose from dishes like the Rainbow Fortune Salad and Crab Roe Soup Dumplings, and receive a traditional red Wishing Ribbon to write down your 2026 wishes. On February 15 at 8 p.m., make sure to catch a mesmerizing dragon dance starting in the Fontainebleau Miami Beach lobby and continuing throughout the restaurant.

If you’re looking for a visual spectacle to celebrate the new year, Luminosa at Jungle Island offers impressive Chinese lanterns created by more than 150 Chinese artists. This nighttime festival transforms the park into a place for towering dragons, animals and nature-inspired scenes rooted in traditional Chinese art and symbolism. You have until March 7 to check out Luminosa before it’s gone!