Events & Festivals

Lunar New Year begins Tuesday, February 17, ushering in the Year of the Fire Horse and the start of a new lunar calendar celebrated across East and Southeast Asia. The holiday centers on renewal, gathering, and a shared meal that sets the tone for the year ahead. In New Haven, that celebration happens at the […]

February brings one of New Haven’s most visible examples of cultural exchange to the Whitney-Audubon District. Lunarfest, presented with support from Yale-China in connection with Lunar New Year, offers a community-scale celebration that is both accessible and substantive. Connecticut’s largest, and it’s happening right here. Yale-China has been based in New Haven since 1901, building […]

Each December, downtown New Haven shifts into a season that feels both familiar and fresh. Timeless traditions return across the Green and the city streets, while contemporary touches keep the experience rooted in the way New Haven celebrates today. From glowing lights and live performances to practical perks that make holiday shopping more rewarding, this […]