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“"The golden horse heralds the arrival of spring, bringing auspiciousness; splendid lights gather tonight." With less than three months to go before the 2026 Lunar New Year of the Horse, the annual and highly anticipated Pittsburgh Lunar New Year Gala has officially opened its ticket sales channel.
This grand Chinese New Year celebration, hosted by the Pittsburgh Chinese Cultural Center (PCCC), will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Pittsburgh Playhouse. Featuring a blend of traditional and modern artistic performances and an immersive Chinese cultural experience, this North American Chinese New Year gala offers both cultural depth and audiovisual enjoyment for people in both China and the United States, welcoming the auspicious Year of the Horse.
Pittsburgh Chinese New Year cultural events: Unlock the cultural experience of the Spring Festival
This year's Pittsburgh Chinese New Year cultural events are divided into two main periods, covering cultural experiences and professional performances to meet the participation needs of different audiences:
Cultural immersion experience (4:00-6:00) PM, participation is free)
Starting at 4 p.m. on the day of the Spring Festival celebration, free Chinese cultural experiences will be available on-site, including calligraphy, porcelain displays, tea tasting, lantern painting, lacquer painting, and traditional musical instrument experiences. These experiences will allow you to feel the unique charm of traditional Chinese culture up close and achieve in-depth interactive cultural experiences.
Chinese New Year cultural performance (6:00-8:30 PM, tickets required)
At 6 PM sharp, the Spring Festival Gala officially begins. Top artists from China and the United States will join forces to deliver a high-caliber and diverse stage performance, presenting you with a truly spectacular North American Spring Festival Gala night!
Super benefits：Every attendee will receive a complimentary appetizer card and children's meal voucher from PF Chang's! Multiple lucky draws will be held throughout the event, with exciting prizes waiting for you. We cordially invite friends from all walks of life to gather together and celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Horse!
Spring Festival Gala Highlights：A top-tier cast presents a cross-cultural audio-visual feast
• Ms. Wu Yanlai, a renowned artistAs the chief director of the Spring Festival Gala for the Year of the Horse, he will use his signature creativity, stage aesthetics, and cultural expression to create a visual and auditory feast with higher artistic standards and greater cultural appeal.
• Ian Ward, a top singer on Broadway and American Idol.The show will make a stunning debut, presenting classic and contemporary Chinese and American musical works in both Chinese and English, bringing the audience a moving cross-cultural audio-visual experience.
• ChinaTop Peking Opera ArtistsLive performance of the beauty of traditional Chinese culture
• ChinaTop acrobatic artistBringing a world-class stage experience
• The Pittsburgh Chinese community and the Pittsburgh Theatre join hands to create a diverse and enriching program.It showcases the cultural vitality and artistic energy of the Greater Pittsburgh area, presenting the local artistic scene.
More artist information and complete introductions will be updated continuously. Please visit our website.Get the latest information from the official website。
Cultural and Community Significance: Building Bridges for Cross-Cultural Exchange
This year's Lunar New Year Gala in the Greater Pittsburgh area is not only a high-level artistic performance, but also an important bridge for cross-cultural exchange between China and the United States. It showcases the positive contributions and unity of the Chinese community in Pittsburgh, and provides a dedicated stage for the next generation to connect cultural identities and build cultural confidence, thus promoting the inheritance and dissemination of traditional Chinese culture overseas.
Ticketing details: Group ticketing享discount，Seats are limited, pre-order now!
Event Name:2026 Greater Pittsburgh Area Chinese New Year Gala
Event Time:February 7, 2026
4–6 PM Cultural Showcase & Immersive Experience
6–8:30 PM Cultural Performance: A Spectacular Showcase
Event Location:Pittsburgh Theatre (350 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222)
Ticket price tiers:There are three tiers available: $29, $39, and $49.
Group purchase discounts：
Group orders of 5 or more can enjoy a discount on 10% tickets;
Group orders of 10 or more tickets are eligible for a 20% ticket discount;
For group-buying inquiries, please email PITChinese@gmail.com
Ticketing channels:The Greater Pittsburgh Spring Festival Gala has sold out in advance for three consecutive years! Seats are limited, so pre-order now! Click here.Cultural Center HomepagePGHCCC.ORGOr scan the QR code below to visit the official website for the Year of the Horse Spring Festival Gala and purchase tickets!
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If you'd like to see New Year's Day events in the Pittsburgh area, please click here:Pittsburgh New Year's Eve Event 12.31
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