Historic Chinatown Alley's Annual New Year Celebration

Join us on March 7th from 12:00–2:00 PM for an unforgettable celebration of culture, community, and tradition at Historic Chinatown Alley. Experience the excitement of Lion and Dragon Dances, vibrant cultural performances, and a lively gathering of food trucks and local vendors.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and welcome the Lunar New Year together in a joyful, inclusive atmosphere. This event is FREE and family-friendly, open to all ages, and centered on honoring heritage while celebrating the year ahead.

March 7 | 12–2 PM
Culture • Performances • Food • Community
Free Admission

1100 Parkview Ave, Redding, CA, United States, 96001

The Helen & Joe Chew Foundation is grateful to the Shasta Public Libraries for sponsoring this event and we are honored to highlight the history preserved at www.redbluffchew.org/chewhistory

The following rules are to insure reasonable safety to life and property in the operation of parade floats;automobiles; and similar conveyances within the city limits of Redding.

PLEASE READ AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THESE RULES. BY ATTENDING YOUR PARADE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU AND EVERYONE ATTENDING WILL UPHOLD ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS AS SET FORTH HEREIN,

PARADE RULES & REGULATIONS

• Be extremely careful while walking.

• Supervise any children in your group very closely.

• Do not throw any objects, including candy.

• Please do not act disorderly or get in any confrontations with anyone. No obscene and

offensive gestures, comments, posters, or signs will be allowed. If you are having a

problem with someone, contact a law enforcement officer and we will resolve the

situation.

• Careless and reckless driving will not be tolerated. No spinning tires included.

• Everyone is subject to all state laws, town ordinances, policies and procedures.

• Performances are only open to professionals. RSVP must be received by March 6, 2026 to be entered.

• Unauthorized automobiles/other vehicles are not permitted unless approved in advance by LCI no later than March 6, 2026. All drivers must possess a valid driver’s license and registration for the vehicle. Floats must conform to the regulations provided. Proof of liability insurance is required for all motorized vehicles and must be provided in advance by March 6, 2026.

• All unmanned aerial systems, UAVs, drones or other flying devices are strictly prohibited during the Lions and Dragon Parade.

• Throwing or distribution of items of any kind from a float or parade unit is strictly forbidden. Parade officials are authorized to remove the float or unit from the parade at the assembly area or during the line of march.

• Delaying or stopping the forward motion and/or the distribution of campaign flyers during the parade is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply will result in being banned from future events

• 5 feet should be maintained between delegations throughout parade route. Movement must be in a forward motion, maintaining specific intervals. Maneuvers will be permitted only during the time the parade is officially halted. Units falling behind the preceding unit a greater distance than 5 feet will delay the parade. Please cooperate with the parade officials and police.

• All animal units must be registered by parade application. Delegations must provide street cleaning services following horses and dogs in assembly area, along parade route, and in disbanding area and shall guarantee this service in writing on parade application submitted. Caged animals and/or animals on a leash deemed dangerous to the public are not permitted.

• Conduct on the part of any unit or individuals that may embarrass the performers will be cause for immediate removal and being banned from future events.

• All trash must be properly disposed of in receptacles in their dispersal areas.

• Delegation’s authorized representative is responsible for maintaining order and responding to any order by parade officials or police relating to their delegation. Failure to comply will be banned from future events.

• Only plastic bottles are allowed.

• Glass and metal containers are strictly prohibited by the city for this event and cannot be brought to the parade site.

• All participants planning to march in the parade must display their convention name badge as required by the local authorities.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Redding Library, 1100 Parkview Avenue, Redding, United States

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