Location: Langley, WA

Lunar New Year falls on February 17 this year – this will be the Year of the Horse. To celebrate this merry occasion, Whidbey Island Language, Art & STEM Center is hosting a Lunar New Year celebration for Whidbey Island community on February 7, 2026.

Families of Asian descent on the island are welcome to come together and celebrate this traditional holiday. Also, all families in the community who are interested in learning about this cultural festival, are invited to come and share the joy with us!

Lunar New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is a joyous celebration observed by billions of people across East and Southeast Asia. Its origins can be traced back to ancient China, where it marked the end of the harvest and the beginning of a new year based on the lunar calendar. Over time, the traditions and customs associated with Lunar New Year have evolved and diversified, but the core values of family reunions, ancestor veneration, and ushering in good luck and prosperity remain constant.

The holiday is observed with great fervor in China, Vietnam, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and other countries with significant East and Southeast Asian populations. Each region has its own unique twist on the traditions, adding a delightful layer of cultural diversity to the festivities.

Now in its third year, our Whidbey Island Lunar New Year celebration has become a beloved winter event attracting 100+ people attending each year. This event is initiated by WILASC with support from generous local volunteers and donors. It is always free and open to the public, with donations used to cover the event costs and the rest donated to WILASC’s scholarship fund for enrichment classes and summer camps. Volunteers are welcome to join and help out with this event, the more the merrier!

For more information, and to RSVP, please visit: wilasc.com

Ever wonder what’s happening this weekend on Whidbey Island? Check out Whidbey Telecom Calendar of Events for more family fun around the island.