Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade

Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Ottawa Chinatown’s Lunar New Year Parade. Somerset Street West transforms into a vibrant hub of cultural celebration with dazzling lion and dragon dances, rhythmic drumming and lively performances that highlight Ottawa’s diversity and traditions.

Enjoy red envelope blessings, interactive moments and colourful displays along the closed parade route. Starting at the iconic Chinatown Gateway, this joyful event is a must-see celebration of unity, tradition and festive fun.