More than 100,000 watched the Annual Golden Dragon Parade in Chinatown

Thousands gather for Chinatown parade to celebrate Lunar New Year and Los Angeles

The 2026 Golden Dragon Parade drew thousands of people to L.A.'s Chinatown to celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Fire Horse.

Lunar New Year Marked with Parade in Chinatown

Dozens of dragons and lions were unleashed Saturday on Los Angeles’ Chinatown as the 127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade hit the streets to celebrate the Year of the Horse. Hundreds of spectators watched as Mayor Karen Bass and other dignitaries passed by in classic convertible cars and watched local school marching bands and martial arts groups perform. This year’s theme was “Unity in the Community,” a nod to the diversity of Los Angeles. The par…

More than 100,000 watched the Annual Golden Dragon Parade in Chinatown

The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles presented its 127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade on Saturday in Chinatown. The event celebrated the Lunar New Year. The event included marching bands, representatives from local businesses, cultural groups, entertainers, floats, Miss Chinatown and her court, and government officials. The theme of the parade was “Unity in the Community.” Among those seen at the parade were Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass…