The Ottawa Chinatown Lunar New Year Parade is one of the community’s most anticipated annual celebrations, bringing together residents, local businesses, and visitors in the heart of Chinatown. Celebrating Chinese culture and traditions, the parade fills the neighbourhood with colour, energy, and festive spirit. Highlights typically include vibrant lion and dragon dances, cultural performances, community guests, and a lively procession through the streets of Ottawa’s Chinatown. As part of the annual celebration, complimentary yuanxiao (sweet glutinous rice balls) are also offered to the public, sharing a traditional taste of the festival with the wider community. The event is a celebration of tradition, community, and the cultural heritage that continues to shape Chinatown today.