A San Francisco New Year: Lion Dance, Blessings, and Family Joy

Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year in a way that feels familiar to San Francisco—together, as a community.

On Saturday, February 21st, 2025, Dharma Treasury Temple opens its doors to families, neighbors, and friends for a joyful Lunar New Year celebration, held during the 10,000 Buddha Relics Exhibit.

This is a day to slow down, celebrate tradition, and welcome the new year with blessings, movement, and shared moments across generations.

9:00 a.m. – New Year Blessing & Chanting
A traditional ceremony to welcome peace, good health, and harmony for the year ahead.

10:00 a.m. – Lion Dance
A lively and joyful lion dance, loved by children and adults, symbolizing protection, renewal, and good fortune.

11:00 a.m. – Vegetarian Lunch
A shared vegetarian meal to enjoy as a community.

📍 Location
Dharma Treasury Temple
3201 Ulloa St, San Francisco, CA 94116

Families are warmly invited to enjoy this cultural celebration, experience the presence of the sacred Buddha relics, and take part in a New Year tradition that has long been part of life in San Francisco.

Free admission. All are welcome.
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Info: You can see the relics, request a tour, ask questions...

Info: People can stay at the Buddha hall and see the relics

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