Our History
2027: Ascend
Philanthropy: Aim High
2026: Boundless Horizons
Philanthropy: EarthDance
30th Anniversary
2025: Interwoven
Philanthropy: SQSH (St. Louis Queer Support Helpline)
2024: Radiance
Philanthropy: Prison Performing Arts
2023: Chasing Dreams
Philanthropy: Caring for Kids
2022: Bold Strides
Philanthropy: Haven of Grace
2021: Unwavering
Philanthropy: Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition
2020: Emerge
Philanthropy: Variety – the Children’s Charity
2019: Strength Within
Philanthropy: Kingdom House (LifeWise STL)
2018: Side by Side
Philanthropy: Food Outreach
2017: Rise
Philanthropy: Beyond Housing
2016: Journey Home
2015: To Lead With Heart
2014: Strength in Motion
2013: Across the Water
2011: Reflections
Fireworks!
LNYF's first show with fireworks in collaboration with the Asian Multicutural Council (AMC at the time)!
2005
Inclusivity
CNYF was renamed to Lunar New Year Festival (LNYF) to be inclusive of all Asian cultures.
2000
Making it Big
First time performing at WashU's Edison Theatre!
1996
LNYF Founded
Founded as Chinese New Year Festival under the Chinese Student Association (CSA)