2027 5th Annual Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival
About this Event
5th Annual Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival — Celebrating the Year of the Goat!
California Culture Festival, the City of Rancho Cucamonga, and Eastern Harmony Mental Health invite you to celebrate the Year of the Goat at the 5th Annual Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival!
Join us January 16–17, 2027, at the Rancho Cucamonga Sports Center for a weekend of cultural performances, delicious food, artisan shopping, and family fun. Whether you’re continuing a family tradition or experiencing the festival for the first time, everyone is welcome. Admission is free!
NEW FOR 2027: AWAKENING DRAGON
Be part of a celebration created by our community! Our new Awakening Dragon experience invites you to share your wishes for the new year on a dragon scale and help bring a community art installation to life.
As evening arrives, the dragon will light up in a celebration of hope, connection, and new beginnings. Participation details and lighting ceremony times will be announced closer to the festival.
CULTURAL PERFORMANCES & OPENING CELEBRATION
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with live entertainment and cultural performances that bring generations together.
Past festivals have featured traditional lion dances, powerful Taiko drumming, Shaolin Kung Fu, Chinese dance, and energetic K-pop performances. We look forward to sharing another exciting celebration with you in 2027!
This year’s performers, opening ceremony details, and stage schedule will be announced as they are confirmed.
FOOD & FESTIVAL FAVORITES
Come hungry and explore a variety of food vendors offering savory bites, sweet treats, and festival favorites.
Previous festivals have featured everything from lamb skewers and steamed buns to flame-grilled squid. Discover familiar favorites and something new as you enjoy the celebration. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
ARTISAN MARKETPLACE
Browse unique creations and connect with local artisans and small businesses. Our past marketplaces have featured handcrafted jewelry, calligraphy, paper art, caricatures, henna designs, manga art, and more.
Stay tuned for updates on the vendors joining us in 2027!
FAMILY FUN & COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Bring your family and friends for a weekend of culture, creativity, and time together. Explore the festival, enjoy photo opportunities, and connect with the people and organizations that make our community special.
Guests of all ages are welcome!
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Dates & Hours:
Saturday, January 16, 2027: 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
Sunday, January 17, 2027: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Location: Rancho Cucamonga Sports Center
Address: 8303 Rochester Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Admission: FREE
Parking: FREE
Free admission does not include food, beverages, merchandise, or any separately priced activities.
RSVP & STAY CONNECTED
Planning to join us? Reserve your free ticket and help us prepare for a wonderful festival weekend!
Follow California Culture Festival on Eventbrite and check back for the 2027 performer lineup, daily schedule, Awakening Dragon details, and other festival updates.
Bring your loved ones and join us as we welcome the Year of the Goat together!
A LOOK BACK AT PAST FESTIVALS
Enjoy the photos and videos below for a glimpse of the food, performances, creativity, and community spirit from our previous Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festivals.
These highlights feature past celebrations. Performers, vendors, and activities shown may vary for 2027.
Saturday, January 16
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Lion Dance and Opening Ceremony
Info: Join us at the main stage to kick off the 5th Annual Rancho Cucamonga Lunar Festival! Enjoy a traditional lion dance and celebrate the Year of the Goat with our community. Bring your family and friends as we welcome a new year of good fortune, happiness, and togetherness.
🕑: 12:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Add Your Wish to the Awakening Dragon
Info: Help bring our community dragon to life! Stop by the Awakening Dragon installation anytime between 12:30 PM and 7:00 PM, write your wish for the new year on a dragon scale, and add it to the dragon. All ages are welcome to take part. Then join us at 7:00 PM for the Awakening Dragon Lighting Ceremony and watch our wishes shine together!
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Awakening Dragon Lighting Ceremony
Info: Watch our community’s wishes come to light! Throughout the day, add your wish to a dragon scale and become part of our Awakening Dragon installation. Then gather for an evening lighting ceremony celebrating hope, connection, and new beginnings. Join the countdown and help us welcome the Year of the Goat together!
Where is it happening?
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