Considering this year’s Chinese zodiac sign, the Wood Dragon, symbolizes power, strength, and prosperity, it’s never too late to celebrate. To keep festivities going beyond Lunar New Year (in January/February) and AAPI Heritage Month (in May), this annual fest shifts seasons, but still packs colorful lion and dragon dances, a variety of Asian eats, a bazaar-style market, and other live performances honoring Chinese traditions. Also find kid-friendly games at the very-family-friendly and totally free event, housed in Austin ISD’s spacious Performing Arts Center in Mueller. The community-building Austin Chinese-American Network, founded in 2017, presents. – Rachel Rascoe
