event
02/21/2026
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm ET
Age:
All ages
Free
This festival takes place in both Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art and the Smithsonian Arts and Industries Building nearby. Families can enjoy a scavenger hunt covering six different galleries, make a lantern, color a zodiac animal, try traditional ink painting, have their names written in Chinese, see lion dances, and more.
Space is limited. Register in advance to make sure you get the best experience. Some activities have a limited capacity, with entry on a first-come, first-served basis.