Celebrating the Lunar New Year

Millions around the world, including in Pittsburgh, are still celebrating the Lunar New Year.

The big picture: 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse — which, in Chinese astrology, comes around once every 60 years.

The intrigue: Lunar New Year traditions include eating symbolic dishes such as dumplings and fish to usher in luck, wealth and prosperity.

Zoom in: Here are a few ways to celebrate in Pittsburgh.

• 🍜 Novo Asian Food Hall in the Strip District will host a Lunar New Year celebration and market Feb. 27-28 from 5pm-9pm featuring local vendors, food specials and performances.
• 🍚 The Parlor Dim Sum in Lawrenceville has a special Lunar New Year menu through March 3.
• 🥟 Nan Xiang Xiao Long Bao in the SouthSide Works, a Michelin-recommended New York brand, has quickly earned acclaim for its savory, handmade soup dumplings.
• 😋 Chengdu Gourmet, with locations in Squirrel Hill and Ross Township, has earned James Beard recognition and serves both traditional Chinese and American Chinese favorites.

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