Celebrate Lunar New Year at Hudson Yards

Welcome the Year of the Horse 

The horse is a revered symbol of victory, vitality and courage in the Chinese Lunar New Year culture.  To celebrate, two 12-foot-tall horse sculptures designed by Paper and Flowers, surrounded by vibrant flowers, hand fans and lanterns will be on display on Level inside The Shops and Restaurants for visitors to view, February 4 - 22.

Cultural Performances at Hudson Yards 

In partnership with the New York Chinese Cultural Center, Hudson Yards will be hosting a series of traditional lion dances, Dunhuang dance (silk ribbon), and new this year to the festivities, Shaolin Kung Fu performances in the Great Room on Level 1.

See the Lion and Dunhuang Dance performances on Saturday, February 7 at 1PM, 3PM, and 5PM.

Visit Hudson Yards on Saturday, February 21 for Dunhuang Dance and Shaolin Kung Fu performances at 1PM, 3PM and 5PM. 

Lantern-Making Workshops 

Lanterns are symbols of hope and good fortune in the Chinese culture and a tradition every Lunar New Year.  Visitors to Hudson Yards can get enjoy a free, immersive lantern-making workshop led by the New York Chinese Cultural Center. In this hands-on workshop led by NYCCC's artist Angela Lai, guests will be introduced to the tradition and symbolism of Chinese lanterns, an art form that has been part of Chinese festivals and daily life for centuries. Guided step by step, participants will learn basic construction techniques using simple materials, create their own lantern to take home and share the good fortune with others. 

Sign up for the free lantern-making workshop at Hudson Yards on February 4th and February 11th at 5:30PM on Level 2 outside of Bronx Brewery.

Lucky Red Envelopes and Exclusive Prizes 

Hudson Yards is making Lunar New Year even more special with exciting red envelope giveaways: 

• Spend $188  in same-day receipts at The Shops and Restaurants and receive a free ticket to Vessel. Show same-day receipts to the Concierge Desk on Level 1 to redeem.*
• Spend $588 or more in same-day receipts will receive a lucky red envelope. Prizes include complimentary glasses of wine from Estiatorio Milos, Rhone gift cards, Mack Weldon merch, complimentary Ladurée pastries and more. Show same-day receipts at the Concierge Desk on Level 1 to redeem.**
  • Sign up for the HY+ Rewards app for even more exclusive Lunar New Year offers and perks at The Shops including discounts at Rhone and Rudsak, reserved seating for each lantern-making class and special lucky red envelope prizes for spending $188 in same-day receipts.

_{*Vessel tickets are valid for redemption from 2/27/2026 - 3/22/2026.} 

_{**February 4-22, 2026, terms apply. Redeem at the Concierge Desk on Level 1.}

See Vessel Illuminated for Lunar New Year 

The iconic New York experience will be illuminated in lucky red for Lunar New Year from February 2 - 28 and will re-open on February 27. 

Book advance tickets now.

Year of the Horse Capsule Collections 

Explore limited-edition items at The Shops featuring:

More Lucky Surprises at The Shops 

Enjoy special Lunar New Year offers from MUJI, Eataly Caffe, Rudsak and more.

Lucky Treats to Sweeten the Celebration 

Savor the flavors of Lunar New Year with delectable treats at Hudson Yards:

Welcome the Year of the Horses with luck, prosperity, and an unforgettable experience at Hudson Yards. Whether visiting for the cultural performances, exclusive shopping, or festive treats, Hudson Yards is the best place in New York for a full-day celebration of the Chinese New Year.