From China to Vietnam to New York City, Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays for welcoming the new year and cherishing memorable moments with family. This year, the city of New York invites the Year of the Tiger amid COVID-19 protocols. Lunar New Year often sparks joy in New York’s Chinatown district. Along the streets, you might hear the beating drums and the ringing bells of lion dancers, a traditional dance known to Chinese culture.