Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Penn Museum’s ‘CultureFest!’

Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Penn Museum’s ‘CultureFest!’

The Penn Museum will celebrate the Year of the Horse with its 45th Annual “CultureFest!” Lunar New Year on Saturday, Jan. 31, featuring a full day of performances, activities and a traditional Lion Dance finale.

The event runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes dance performances, storytelling, art-making, Tai Chi demonstrations, educational workshops and a marketplace. Programming takes place throughout the museum and outdoor spaces.

Scheduled highlights include a “Dotting the Eye” ceremony and welcome remarks at 11 a.m., followed by dance performances at 11:30 a.m. The celebration concludes with a Lion Dance finale at 3:50 p.m., a long-running family favorite. All activities are included with museum admission.

45th Annual “CultureFest!” Lunar New Year

Saturday, Jan. 31 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Penn Museum
3260 South St.
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Included with museum admission

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