Lunar New Year celebration recap
Summary
The city's Lunar New Year celebration is moving from a cramped Palm Street footprint to Mission Plaza on February 19, with food vendors, performers and cultural programming. The committee approved up to $19,500 to pay for stages, decorations, banners and entertainment.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
$19,500 from the PCC budget, covering stages, lighting, decorations, banners and entertainment.
Downtown residents, families, cultural communities and local food vendors who get a bigger, safer celebration venue.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Promotional Coordinating Committee
The February Lunar New Year event drew about 5,000 people to Mission Plaza, scored 93% positive in surveys, and spent $19,484 of its $19,500 budget. Planners are already working on 2027, including possible expansion onto Chorro and Monterey.
Promotional Coordinating Committee
The city's Lunar New Year celebration is moving from a cramped Palm Street footprint to Mission Plaza on February 19, with food vendors, performers and cultural programming. The committee approved up to $19,500 to pay for stages, decorations, banners and entertainment.
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