Scenes from Mercer Island Lunar New Year Celebration

Published 11:50 am Monday, February 9, 2026

The Mercer Island Chinese Association (MICA) in partnership with the city of Mercer Island hosted the Mercer Island Lunar New Year Celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 8 at the Mercer Island Community and Event Center. The free event featured lantern making and kids’ activities, a festive photo booth, games and family-friendly fun and food trucks. The festivities opened with an energetic performance by the Mercer Island Pep Band, setting a celebratory tone for the day. The main stage featured a diverse lineup of cultural performances, including dynamic Kung Fu demonstrations, elegant traditional and contemporary dances, and harmonious selections by a community choir.