Fresno Hmong New Year's

December 28-31, 2023, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily

Fresno Fairgrounds
1121 S. Chance Ave.
Fresno CA 93702

$10-12 approx. fresnofair.com

If days of celebrating the New Year are your thing, head for the humongous Hmong New Year in Fresno, billed as the largest Hmong New Year's celebration in the world.

The cultural festival includes a beauty pageant, costumes, entertainment, sports competitions, foods, vendor booths and special ceremonies.

Tentative schedule, not confirmed:

• Opening Parade 10 a.m.
• Welcoming Ceremony

• Hmong Board Opening remarks, blessing, hand-tying ceremony & showcase 
• Tuav Ncuav (Game 1) | Tsoos Tsho (Game 2)  | Tua Hneev (Game 3)
• Hmong  Elder Blessing Showcase
• Sib Tw Ev Khoom (Game 4)  | Pov Pob Yee (Game 5)   | Dhia Qeej (Game 6)
• Unity Song nyob Zoo NyobZoo by Kong & Shu
• Awards Ceremony & Closing Song
• President's Message 

 Contests

• Miss HINY Pageant
• Traditional Dance Competition
• Singing Competition
• Tub Lub
• Tennis Tournament
• Men's & Women's Volleyball
• Men's Soccer Tournament

Other California cities that host (or have hosted) Hmong New Year's events include Yuba City, Sacramento, Stockton and Merced. However, none quite compare with this festive celebration that's been held for over 40 years.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.