Year of the Snake: Lunar Fest celebrated in Maplewood

The event represented Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese and Southeast Asian cultures.

Sarah Goode

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Jan 26, 2025, 10:50 PM

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Updated 14 hr ago

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Lunar Fest was celebrated early Sunday in Maplewood.

The event represented Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Vietnamese and Southeast Asian cultures.

It featured a vibrant food scene for people to try different treats and cuisines.

There were performances of music and dance, from traditional to modern.

Organizers said it meant so much for the community to come together.

"We are actually a larger community than we think," said co-organizer Lanny Cheuck.

This year, the organizers said it was one of their biggest celebrations yet.

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