Lunar New Year starts on Sunday and Utah has some fun events lined up through the weekend to ring in the year of the rabbit.
There's also plenty of other fun happening like a polar plunge, a festival celebrating German culture and a snowshoe hike!
If you know of an event that isn't on this list or have something coming up, email us the information at news@fox13now.com.
SALT LAKE COUNTY
Salt Lake City Chinese New Year Celebration
- Make a dumpling, and enjoy traditional Chinese food, music and art at this special celebration on Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. in Salt Lake City. Tickets are $20 per person.
Chinese New Year at the library
- Performances, traditional costumes, Chinese calligraphy, painting and much more will be at the West Jordan Library on Saturday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. It'll be a great time for people of all ages!
- Head to the Glendale Branch for an all-ages craft project on Saturday from 11 a.m. to noon. All supplies provided!
- Get your blood moving with this community race in South Jordan on Saturday! Don your best 80s attire and join other racers at 10 a.m. for some fun.
- Partake in some complimentary s'mores and hot chocolate as hundreds of torches and candles guide the way on Lake Flat, Evergreen, Bypass and Silver Lake trails. Happening on Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m., don't forget to buy a trail pass!
- This not-so-formal event invited teens to head to the Library's Viridian Event Center for a dance, scavenger hunt, free photo-booth, no-charge drinks and an indoor "snowball fight." Formal wear is encouraged but not required - show off your personal style! The fun is Friday night from 7 to 10 p.m.
UTAH COUNTY
Lunar New Year Celebration & Fireworks
- Enjoy a lion dance parade, photos and fireworks on Saturday at University Place in Orem to commemorate the year of the rabbit! Lion dance parades happen at noon, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., with fireworks following the last performance.
Lehi Farmer's Market Lunar New Year Celebration
- Live performances, tractor rides, petting zoo, horse riding, food trucks and more affordable family fun will be at the Lehi Farmer's Market to celebrate the year of the rabbitt. The festivities are being hosted on Friday from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WEBER COUNTY
Sneddon Hof Germanfest
- Authentic food, music, traditional dances and MORE will be at the Ogden Eccles Conference Center on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day. Tickets are $25 for a family of four or $8 for a single admission.
- Learn about tattoos, meet local artists and enjoy some amazing food from local food trucks at this community event running through Monday! Tickets are $10 for a day pass or $20 for the full weekend. The fun takes place on Friday from noon to 6 p.m. and Saturday/Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Union Station.
- Take the plunge for a good cause at the North Shore Aquatic Center on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon! Funds will be raised for the athletes of Special Olympics Utah. Form a team, raise money, win prizes and take a leap into icy waters!
WASHINGTON COUNTY
Winter 4x4 jamboree
- If you're craving adventure, head to Hurricane/St. George for the Winter 4x5 Jamboree! Attendees can expect rock crawling combined with stunning views of southern Utah. There are also vendors, music, food, raffles and more! REGISTRATION/TICKETS REQUIRED.
SUMMIT COUNTY
Sundance Film Festival
- It's an event that attracts a global audience - with incredible films, conversations and more! Happening from January 19-29 at various theatres in Salt Lake City and Park City. Tickets required!
IRON COUNTY
Cedar Breaks Snowshoe Hike
- At Cedar Breaks National Monument on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., participants will have the chance to go on a ranger-led snowshoe hike. Snowshoes and poles will be provided, but you must pay an entrance fee ($10). The 1-mile walks take about 90 minutes to complete and reservations are required!
