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5 festivals/fairs in New York City (NYC) Tue, 02/17/2026 - and on...

New York City street fairs are good reflection of the City: the offerings are sofisticated and amusing, and you always can find something that fits your budget. Please see street fairs/festivals schedule below.

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Festival | Lunar New Year Celebration

Welcome the Year of the Horse and celebrate Lunar New Year at the park! Join a ribbon dancing class, watch a Lion Dance and other performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center, and make a wish on the Wishing Trees.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Sat, Feb 21
10:30 am
Free

Festivals, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Lunar New Year Celebration

Fair | Record Party with Live Music & Local Businesses

Attend a smaller version of the Brooklyn Flea Record Fair, bringing together music fans and collectors. Come shop from 10 specially curated record vendors from around New York and New Jersey and while you browse for your next exciting find, enjoy DJ sets and unique demos from our Music and Recorded Sound Division all for free! A more detailed schedule of the day will be coming soon.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Sat, Feb 21
11:00 am
Free

Fairs, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Record Party with Live Music & Local Businesses

Festival | Galloping Into the Year of the Horse

Celebrate the centennial of cultural exchange with immersive workshops, dazzling performances, and family‑friendly activities honoring the Year of the Horse. The festival showcases traditional arts, crafts, and music from China.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Sat, Feb 21
2:00 pm
Free

Festivals, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Galloping Into the Year of the Horse

Festival | Lunar New Year Celebration with Live Lion Dance

Kick off a Lunar New Year celebration with a live lion dance and festive procession through the. The event wraps with a performance, with celebrations continuing throughout Chinatown.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Sat, Feb 28
1:00 pm
Free

Festivals, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Lunar New Year Celebration with Live Lion Dance

Festival | Irish-American Heritage Month Cultural Performances (Live Music & More)

Celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month with a night full of beautiful performances. Irish-American Heritage Month was designated in 1991 to recognize the rich history and cultural impact the Irish brought to America through their deep devotion to the arts. Tonight, we celebrate these contributions with multiple mediums and performers—the great Irish-born chanteuse Mary Deady, who has appeared with us before, and her talented musical director, Jeff Cubeta, presents a medley of poignant Irish and American songs, while the program also features a scene reading from Brian Friel's Philadelphia, Here I Come.

New York City, NY; NYC

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Mon, Mar 23
6:30 pm
Free