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lion dance at the lunar gala

CSA 

59th

LUNAR

GALA

FREE

This ticket provides proof of purchase and event access.

Feb 15 2026

5:30 - 9:00 PM

Kane Hall

What is lunar?

Since 1967, the University of Washington Seattle's Chinese Student Association has hosted our annual flagship event, the Lunar New Year Gala. Inspired by the renowned CCTV Spring Festival Gala in China, our event is more than just a show; it's an immersive experience that transports you to the heart of this joyous cultural celebration. Our guests begin the event with interactive activities, fun games, and authentic food stalls. Later in the evening, our show offers an array of skits and performances, such as lion dancing, martial arts, traditional dance and instruments, and so much more! During our show, guests also have the chance to win raffle prizes such as a Nintendo Switch, Airpod Pros, or even a Television. The UW Chinese Student Association invites you to our annual Lunar New Year Gala! Experience Chinese culture, celebrate Lunar New Year, and join the community! Our event is open to anyone to attend, and we hope to see you there!

lion in the lion dance looking at you

59th
Gala
theme

2026, The Year of the Horse!

This year, our theme is “Stronger Together.” In Chinese culture, the Horse symbolizes strength, energy, freedom, and success. While often seen as powerful and independent, horses are at their strongest when moving as a herd, supporting one another while headed towards a common direction or goal. In the Year of the Horse, we celebrate not just individual drive, but the collective strength that comes from unity and connection.

Lunar gala

Our most exciting event of the year

56th lunar gala Performers

huayin traditional chinese cultural dace

Huayin performing arts

singer playing the electric piano

Melody Xu

makfai dragon and lion dance perform the traditional lion dance

Mak Fai Dragon & Lion Dance Association

chinese yoyo performance

Apex Diabolo

girl playing guzheng performance

Seattle Guzheng Academy

group of singers singing on stage

The sleeples singers

kid performs martial arts shaolin

Seattle Shaolin Kungfu Academy

girl performs chinese traditional dance

Annie Yao,  TCDUW

girl singing and playing the electric piano

Stephanie Lam

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