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Lunar New Year
The City of Rockville celebrates Lunar New Year by offering a free event that celebrates Rockville’s Asian cultures with performances, to-go activities and snacks. Organized in partnership with Rockville’s Asian Pacific American Task Force, the Lunar New Year celebration is a source of pride for the city’s Asian community and an educational opportunity for neighbors to learn about Asian culture.
Event Information
Saturday, January 28, 2023
10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Performances begin at 11 a.m.
Thomas S. Wootton High School
Enter through the Dr. Michael J. Doran Auditorium Doors
2100 Wootton Pkwy, Rockville, MD 20850
Special Events
Rockville, MD 20850
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Event Program
Time | Item | Performance Type |
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10 - 11 a.m. | Meet and Greet with Community Groups | |
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Opening Performance by US Chinese Wushu Institute | |
Welcome by Mei Wang, Emcee | ||
Remarks By John Lin, Chair of Rockville's Asian Pacific American Task Force | ||
Remarks by Mayor Bridget Donnell Newton | ||
Choy Wun Dance Troupe | Lion Dance | |
Seasharp Music Studio | Piano | |
DC Beauty of Beijing Opera | Opera | |
Peace Mission Korean Dance Group | Drumming | |
Fairfax Chinese Dance Troupe | Dance | |
XiaoRong Dance Arts | Dance | |
Mongol Erdem | Dance | |
Natananjali School of Dance | Dance | |
Closing Remarks | ||
12:30 -1 p.m. | To Go Bento Box, Kid's Craft Kit Distribution (while supplies last) |
Individuals with Disabilities
We encourage individuals with disabilities to register and participate in Rockville recreation programs. To adequately plan for a successful and rewarding experience, contact us via e-mail at specialevents@rockvillemd.gov or via phone at 240-314-8620. We ask that you inform us prior to the activity start date as ample time is needed to secure auxiliary services and aides.