The festival held annually in San Francisco to celebrate the Chinese New Year is the San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade.

The San Francisco Chinese New Year Parade is one of the largest and oldest celebrations of its kind outside of Asia. Held annually in San Francisco’s Chinatown, it features elaborate floats, lion dances, firecrackers, and a 200-foot-long Golden Dragon. The event dates back to the 1860s, created by Chinese immigrants to showcase their rich culture and celebrate the Lunar New Year. Today, it attracts thousands of visitors from around the world and highlights traditional music, dances, and cultural performances, making it a vibrant and iconic event for the city and the Chinese-American community.