ExploreChinatown Newsletter
Celebrate the Year of the Ox in Chinatown
Lunar New Year: Feb 12 to 26, 2021
NYC Indoor Dining Reopen Today

  • Reopening is subject to strict state guidance, which can be found here.

Please Note The Following

  • Streets will not be closed off today, Feb 12, for lion dances, however, you might spot some dance troupes throughout the neighborhood visiting storefronts or performing in front of their schools/associations.
  • Streets will not be closed off on Sat, Feb 20, for Super Saturday lion dances, but once again you might spot troupes visiting businesses or in front of their school/association.
  • Lastly, the annual Lunar New Year Parade has been tentatively pushed back to later in the Spring.
  • Remember to practice social distancing, wear a mask, and enjoy the Lunar New Year in Chinatown!
Be a #SmallBusinessSweetie on Feb 14
44 neighborhood organizations representing New York City’s five boroughs have joined forces to deliver messages of love and support to small businesses throughout the city, all in time for Valentine’s Day. Enjoy your special day in Chinatown at a local eatery, dessert spot, gift shop, jewelry shop, or spa.

Here's some suggestions for a date with your sweetie:
  • Ajisen Ramen, 14 Mott Street
  • Alimama Tea, 89A Bayard Street
  • Bibble & Sip, 174 Hester Street
  • Boka, 23 Pell Street
  • Golden Diner, 123 Madison Street
  • Hou Yi Hot Pot, 92 Hester Street
  • Keki's Modern Cake, 79 Mott Street
  • New York Jewelers Exchange, 70-74 Bowery
  • Pinklady Cheese Tart, 11 Mott Street
  • Renew Day Spa 2, 78 Bowery
  • The Chai Spot, 106 Mott Street
  • Yaya Tea, 206 Grand Street
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Upcoming Events
February 1 - February 28

February 2 - February 21

February 8 @ 8:00 am - February 14 @ 7:00 pm

February 12 @ 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

February 12 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

February 13 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

February 13 @ 11:00 am - 2:30 pm

February 14 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Important Health Info
  • COVID Alert NY - Voluntary, anonymous, exposure-notification smartphone app. You will get an alert if you were in close contact with someone who tests positive for COVID-19. 自願,匿名,曝光通知智能手機應用程序。 如果您與檢測COVID-19呈陽性的人密切聯繫,則會收到警報。More Info

  • COVID-19 Vaccine Finder / COVID-19疫苗查找器 - One-stop site for New Yorkers to find their nearest COVID-19 vaccination location. The Vaccine Finder can also provide New Yorkers with information to schedule vaccination appointments. 紐約人可以找到他們最近的COVID-19疫苗接種地點的一站式站點。 疫苗查找器還可以向紐約人提供信息以安排疫苗接種約會。More Info

  • COVID-19 Testing Sites / COVID-19 测试站点 - Walk-in testing is available at no cost to you at these NYC Health + Hospitals locations. 您可以在这些纽约市健康与医院机构免费进行步入式测试。More Info