February 22, 2026
Year of the Horse
2026 Lunar New Year Festival Party
The Year of the Horse Lunar New Year Festival Party was successfully held on February 22, 2026, at YOYO Golf. The grand celebration was jointly hosted by TPC Club, Highlight International Art Center, and Silicon Valley Global Innovation Lions Club, bringing together a vibrant and diverse cross-section of the community.
The event welcomed well-known local organizations, artists from various ethnic backgrounds, seniors, and special families to join in the festivities. Designed to promote cultural exchange and community engagement, the celebration featured a rich variety of traditional folk experiences and artistic performances. Guests enjoyed hands-on dumpling-making activities, festive songs, and a traditional costume showcase highlighting the beauty of cultural heritage.
The event welcomed well-known local organizations, artists from various ethnic backgrounds, seniors, and special families
to join in the festivities.
Leslie Bai, Head of YOYO Golf (2nd from left);
Hosts Yang Yang (2nd from right), Brian Yan (1st from left) and Catherine Zhang (1st from right)
The artists' performances added luster to the festival.
(From left: Renowned Vocalist Gina Qu, Alain Azoulay and Bob Ampe)
Young volunteers learn to make dumplings from Furong Zhang, the Founding President of the American Chinese Cuisine Association. （1st from right）
In addition to the performances, the event included an exciting lucky draw, a charity auction, and the sharing of traditional holiday cuisine. The lively atmosphere reflected both the joy of the Lunar New Year and the strong sense of unity within the community.
Young Volunteer Becomes Lucky Winner.
Entrepreneur Jeff Li Bids on Artworks by Children with Special Needs.
The Sponsor Ziyi Tian Bids on Artworks by Children with Special Needs.
In 2024, China’s nomination of “Spring Festival — Social Practices of the Chinese People in Celebration of the Traditional New Year” was officially inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This recognition underscores the profound cultural significance of the Spring Festival and its enduring role in fostering family bonds, social harmony, and shared traditions.
As a traditional Chinese New Year custom, dumplings symbolize wealth, family reunion, and good fortune.
The 2026 Year of the Horse celebration vividly demonstrated the charm of intangible cultural heritage while showcasing the beauty of multicultural integration. Through artistic expression, charitable initiatives, and shared traditions, the festival strengthened cross-cultural understanding and highlighted the inclusive spirit of the Lunar New Year.