Lunar New Year celebrations in Charlotte in 2026 — how to celebrate the Year of the Horse

The Lunar New Year takes place February 17, 2026, and is celebrated for several weeks, starting in late January.

Although commonly referred to as Chinese New Year, it’s also celebrated in other Asian countries, especially Vietnam and Korea.

2026 is the Year of the Horse in most Asian countries! If you were born in 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, or 1942, after the Lunar New Year (late January or early February) you were born in the Year of the Horse.

Lunar New Year Shopping

SaleBestseller No. 1

Lunar New Year (Celebrate the World)

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Bestseller No. 2

Harney & Sons Lunar New Year 2026 Tea, Year of the Horse, Lunar New Year Gift, Black tea with toasted rice, coconut, sesame and caramel flavor, 30 sachets

• 2026 is the YEAR OF THE HORSE according to the Chinese zodiac. We celebrate the year of the Horse (the Fire Horse, in fact) with our celebratory tea blend. Black tea with toasted rice, coconut, sesame…
• 30 SACHETS PER TIN – Our bright festive tin includes 30 sachets of tea. Each sachet contains enough tea to brew 2 cups of tea.
• MAKES A GREAT GIFT – Especially for anyone born in the Year of the Horse 1942, 1954 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014.

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LEGO Spring Festival Good Fortune – Learning and Educational Building Toy – Chinese Festival Toy for Kids, Boys and Girls, Ages 9+ – Cultural Gift for Display and Decor – 80117

• SPRING FESTIVAL BUILDING TOY – Inspire kids and all the family to create iconic symbols of good fortune to mark the start of the Year of the Snake with this detailed display model
• SYMBOLIC FEATURES – This set features symbols of good fortune, including a fan decorated with 2 magpies (a reminder that good things come in pairs), a vase of fortune red fruit, a persimmon fruit, 3…
• LEARNING & EDUCATIONAL TOY – Inspire kids to learn cultural traditions and develop social skills, while having a fun time building this unique toy with family and friends during Spring Festival

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Lunar New Year with The Very Hungry Caterpillar: A Tabbed Board Book

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Red Envelopes Chinese New Year Of The Horse 2026,红包, Lucky Money Envelopes For Lunar New Year, Li Xi Hongbao With 6 Gold Embossed Patterns Colorful 36Pcs Medium

• BLESSING:Our Chinese New Year red envelopes are a timeless tradition symbolizing good fortune and prosperity.Each red envelope comes with a message of blessing, allowing you to convey good wishes to…
• SIZE:The size of our Chinese Hong Bao is 11.5cm * 8cm (4.5″x3.2″) ,Suitable for various occasions.
• QUALITY:Our red envelopes are made of high-quality materials, offering a comfortable touch and reliable quality.The embossed hot stamping printing process presents a delicate convex effect on the…

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LEGO Festival Calendar – Lunar New Year Building Toy for Kids, Boys and Girls, Ages 10+ – Dragon Boat Festival Learning & Educational Toy – with Calendar for Holiday Decorations – 40678

• CELEBRATE HOLIDAY TRADITIONS – This educational toy lets boys and girls celebrate the Lunar New Year and Dragon Boat Festival while learning more about them
• TWO BUILDING OPTIONS – Build either a Lunar New Year calendar or a Dragon Boat Festival calendar
• CUSTOMIZABLE SEASONAL CALENDAR – The seasonal calendar rotates and can display the date in month-and-day format or day-and-month format

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SaleBestseller No. 7

GUND Boo, The World’s Cutest Dog Lunar New Year Dragon Plush Pomeranian Stuffed Animal for Ages 1 and Up, 9”

• BOO WITH DRAGON OUTFIT: This special edition 9” plush features Boo in a dragon-themed Lunar New Year outfit His vibrant costume features a red-and-yellow tail, scales, spines, a removable hood with…
• SOFT & HUGGABLE: This adorable Boo dragon plush features surface-washable construction and soft, premium materials that stay soft over time. Our official Boo plushies are appropriate for ages 1 and…
• IMPRESSIVE LUNAR NEW YEAR GIFT: Celebrate the Year of the Dragon 2024 with Boo GUND stuffed animals and teddy bears make cute gifts for every occasion, and our kawaii plushies are perfect for home…

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Winlyn 20 Pcs Bulk Chinese Lunar New Year Party Decorations Red Lanterns Oriental Hanging Lucky Paper Fans New Year Banner for Asian Vietnamese TET The Year of Horse Festival Wedding 2026 Decor

• 20 Pcs Chinese New Year Party Decorations: 12 pcs 9 designs Chinese hanging paper fans in 3 sizes, 12 pcs Chinese good luck character and pattern cutouts in 12 designs, 6 pcs Chinese red lanterns in 2…
• Color: Chinese hanging fans feature red, gold, and black colors and offer prints of cheery blossoms, lanterns, and Chinese character “福” on both sides. The square and circle lucky cutouts feature…
• Size: Chinese paper fans are available in 3 sizes, 7.9″ (5 pcs), 11.6″ (5 pcs), and 15.9″ (2 pcs). Red Chinese hanging lanterns have 2 sizes, 11″ W x 21.7″ H and 9.4″ W x 17″ H. The lucky banner…

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Funko Pop Disney: Mickey Mouse Around The World – Lunar New Year Mickey Mouse – Collectable Vinyl Figure – Gift Idea – Official Merchandise – Toys for Kids & Adults – Cartoon/Animation Fans

• IDEAL COLLECTIBLE SIZE – At approximately 3.75 inches (9.5 cm) tall, this vinyl mini figurine complements other collectable merchandise and fits perfectly in your display case or on your desk
• PREMIUM VINYL MATERIAL – Made from quality, durable vinyl, this collectible is built to last and withstand daily wear, ensuring long-lasting enjoyment for fans and collectors alike
• GIFT IDEA FOR DISNEY FANS – Ideal for holidays, birthdays, or special occasions and as a present this figurine is a must-have addition to any Disney merchandise collection

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Bestseller No. 10

Foiled Again! 2026 Lunar New Year Chocolate Coins – Year of the Horse – Gold and Red Foil – Prosperity and Good Fortune Gift – Pure Belgian Milk Chocolate Red Envelope Fill (contains dairy)

• ALLERGEN INFORMATION: This is a milk chocolate product containing dairy and produced in a facility that processes peanuts and tree nuts. Individuals with dairy or nut allergies should not consume this…
• 🧧Belgian milk chocolate in vibrant gold & red foils welcome good fortune and prosperity
• ⾺ All NEW 2026 YEAR OF THE HORSE DESIGNS – on the foil & the chocolate!

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