Celebrate the Year of the Horse: Lunar New Year Festivals and Local Markets Headline Louisville’s Sunday Schedule

Louisville is coming alive this Sunday, February 22, 2026, with a vibrant mix of cultural festivals, community markets, and theatrical performances. Whether you are looking to celebrate the Lunar New Year or catch a closing-night play, the city offers a wealth of opportunities to engage with local culture and community spirit. Here is your guide to the best events happening across the city today.

Start the Day with Tradition: Lunar New Year at Buddha Blessed Temple

The morning begins at the Buddha Blessed Temple, where the community is invited to celebrate the Lunar New Year starting at 10:00 a.m. This spiritual gathering features a special prayer and blessing for the upcoming Year of the Horse. Attendees can witness a vibrant display of traditional performances including the Lion Dance, Dragon Dance, and Flower Dance. To welcome neighbors of all backgrounds, the temple is providing free authentic Eastern cuisine and a festive fireworks display to mark the occasion.

Afternoon Cultural Street Festival at The StrEatery

The celebrations continue in the Beechmont neighborhood. From 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., The StrEatery is hosting a community-wide Lunar New Year celebration on Woodlawn Avenue. The event features traditional dishes from local chefs and a variety of retail vendors. The performance schedule on the avenue is as follows:

• 2:00 p.m. – Lion Dance kickoff
• 4:00 p.m. – Vina Dance Crew: Traditional Vietnamese fan dance
• 5:00 p.m. – Taiko drum performance by Hiroko
• 6:00 p.m. – Lion Dance finale

Please note that a section of Woodlawn Avenue between 3rd Street and the alley will be closed to vehicular traffic to accommodate the festivities, so plan your commute accordingly.

Sunday Shopping and Local Art

For those looking to support local makers, the Logan Street Market is hosting its Winter Market today. Starting at 9:00 a.m., visitors can browse booths featuring artists, designers, and crafters. It is an excellent opportunity to find unique handmade goods while exploring the market's diverse food stalls. Additionally, the Eighth Annual Art in City Hall remains open for viewing at 601 W. Jefferson Street, showcasing the work of selected local artists in the historic building’s public spaces.

Theater and Performance Highlights

Today is a significant day for the local theater scene with several major productions running throughout the afternoon and evening:

• Men on Boats: Today is the final performance of this historical retelling at the Stoner Little Theater, closing out its February run.
• Footloose: CenterStage presents a matinee performance of the high-energy musical at the Jewish Community of Louisville at 2:00 p.m.
• John Crist: The comedian brings his live show to Whitney Hall at The Kentucky Center for a 7:00 p.m. performance.
• Now That’s What We Call Drag: For an evening of comedy and performance, the Louisville Comedy Club is hosting this free event starting at 7:00 p.m.

Evening Cinema and Film Festivals

Today also marks the conclusion of the 28th Annual Louisville Jewish Film Festival, with final screenings taking place at various venues around town. For those seeking the latest blockbusters, local theaters like AMC Stonybrook 20 are showing major titles such as "Avatar: Fire and Ash" and "Zootopia 2." Whether you prefer an indie film or a major studio production, the Sunday schedule provides plenty of variety for every moviegoer.