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Orlando's Premier Lunar New Year Festival!

January 18 - 19, 2025 | 12 - 7 pm each day

Get ready for the 4th annual Celebrate Lunar festival, exploding into a two-day celebration for the very first time! Join over 7,000 friends and neighbors on January 18 and 19, 2025, at Luminary Green Park in Downtown Orlando! Celebrate Lunar is a fusion of Asia’s rich traditions and modern flair. 

Asia Trend is proud to present the third annual Avalon SpringFest to celebrate the Lunar New Year, in partnership with Avalon Park, East Orlando’s premier community, along with various non-profit organizations. This exciting event will take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from Noon to 6 PM at Avalon Park, and promises to bring joy, unity, friendship, and diversity to the community.

The event will feature a range of activities, including:

• Traditional Dragon and Lion Dance performances
• A vibrant Arts & Crafts market
• A variety of authentic international foods and drinks
• Live music and dance performances

Join the ADP, Universal Orlando, Orlando Magic, Commissioner Patty Sheehan and Commissioner: Robert F. Stuart, FusionFest, Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida, Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce Greater Orlando, Chinese American Association of Central Florida became one of our event sponsors.

The Dragon Parade starts at the corner of Lake Highland Dr. and N. Mills Ave and ends at N. Thornton Ave and Colonial Drive. The Dragon Parade, which precedes the Festival, is led by City of Orlando and Orange County officials together with representatives of numerous Asian organizations. In 2023, over 5,000 patrons attended the event.  

The Year of the Dragon marks the 13th annual Central Florida Dragon Parade Lunar New Year held in Orlando, Florida. This event has received an overwhelming response from local and distant communities alike. Again this year, Asia Trend Magazine is partnering with Mills 50 (an Orlando Main Street District), R.E.A.C.H. (Recognizing Educating Asian Cultural Heritage) and Y.E.S.S. (Youth Enrichment and Senior Services) to host the Dragon Parade Lunar New Year Festival on Sunday, February 16th 2025 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm at Mills 50 District. 

Free entry & free parking!

Join the Leadership Team at the Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida!

Are you passionate about empowering the Asian American community and fostering economic growth in Central Florida? The Asian American Chamber of Commerce (AACC) of Central Florida is excited to announce that we are looking for dedicated and visionary leaders to join our Board of Directors in 2025!

With a couple of seats opening up, this is your opportunity to:

• Shape the future of AACC’s initiatives and programs.
• Collaborate with influential leaders in the AAPI and business communities.
• Support innovative ideas that make a lasting impact on our members and partners.

We’re seeking individuals who are:

• Committed to community growth and representation.
• Skilled in leadership, strategy, or industry expertise that can benefit our mission.
• Enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of businesses and professionals in the AAPI community.

Joining the AACC Board means being part of a diverse and dynamic team that drives meaningful change. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a rising leader, your unique perspective and talents are valuable to us.

Intereste? Click the button below to submit your application and a brief statement about why you’d like to join our Board of Directors. Deadline: February 13, 2025.

Let’s work together to elevate our community to new heights in 2025 and beyond. We look forward to welcoming you to the AACC family!

Orlando, Fl (January 15th, 2025) — Orlando Health is proud to announce the launch of the Orlando Health Children’s Neuroscience Institute supported by the Leon Pediatric Neuroscience Fund, which is dedicated to advancing neurological care for children across Central Florida and beyond. The institute underscores Orlando Health’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and compassionate care, building on its reputation as a leader in Central Florida for groundbreaking medical treatments

Take a break and embrace your playful side at Mardi Gras. Play catch with some parade beads, travel the world with your tastebuds* and sing at the top of your lungs at live concerts. Catch spectacular floats, including colorful new ones inspired by New Orleans Mardi Gras traditions like masks, beads, food, music and more. Savor dishes like Hot Maple Lacquered Salmon from Canada, Spicy Szechuan Chicken Bites from China, a Colombian Burger and Beignets for days which are available for purchase.

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Asia Trend: Exciting Lunar New Year Events in Florida to Celebrate the Year of the Snake!

Get ready to ring in the Lunar New Year on January 29 this year! The celebrations will last for 15 days, marking the beginning of the Year of the Snake in 2025. The snake is a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and mystery, making it an exciting time to embrace new beginnings. If you’re eager to join in on the festivities, there are plenty of local events to help you celebrate this joyous occasion. Get ready for a fun and memorable Lunar New Year celebration! 

Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida 

Serving our members and the Central Florida community since 1986. Dream. Believe. Achieve.

Board of Directors

Christine Berk, AACC President, The Collier Companies

Jay Shah, AACC Vice President, New York Life/Eagle Strategies

Natasha Jaipaul, AACC Treasurer, ADP

Kenway Wong, AACC Secretary, Akerman LLP

Vi Ma, AACC Former President / Membership Chair, Global Diversity Marketing Network

Tom Lin, AACC Board of Directors/Sergeant at Arms, Orange County Sheriff's Office

Gary Mata, AACC Board of Directors, Orlando Magic

Board Advisors

Richard Ly, Advisor to the Board, Maaco

Simon Choy, Advisor to the Board, ADP

Gregory C. Maaswinkel, Legal Advisor to the Board, Maaswinkel Law P.A.

Thank you to our Sponsors!