The Triangle North Carolina is invited to celebrate Chinese New Year or Lunar New Year on Saturday, Feb, 1 at the NC State Fairgrounds, Dorton Arena. NOTE NEW TIMES: 11 AM – 7 PM

This festival has a main stage for cultural dance, folklore, skits, choral and musical performances, comedy, and martial arts. Surrounding the stage is DOZENS of tables selling authentic Asian foods prepared by Chinese cultural clubs, a Buddhist temple, vegetarian clubs, and Asian grocers. There will also be arts, calligraphy, crafts, stamping, and other family-friendly activities that showcase Chinese history and language.

The Chinese or Lunar New Year officially starts on Jan. 25 and ends on Feb. 4, 2020 and is the year of the Rat in the Chinese zodiac.

Sponsorship, vendor, and group ticket purchase information will be available through www.nctacas.org