East Tennessee Chinese New Year Festival Tickets

Celebrate Lunar New Year with the East Tennessee Chinese New Year Festival, a community-focused, not-for-profit event hosted by the University of Tennessee and local coordinators. Held at Cox Auditorium in the Alumni Memorial Building on the University of Tennessee campus, this evening showcases traditional Chinese instruments and performances that connect East Tennessee with Chinese cultural heritage.

In 2026, the festival welcomes Yao Lu from Atlanta, founder of the Magic Eastern Ensemble, a respected traditional Chinese instrumentalist described for blending heritage with contemporary influences. The ensemble’s presence adds a dynamic dimension to a night that honors centuries of music while inviting modern audiences to discover new sounds.

Tickets are reserved seating, with tiers around the best available price each. Buy online through the festival page as part of a simple, trusted process—we’ve got you covered to secure your seats for this special cultural event.

Note: All details reflect the official festival schedule and UT Knoxville listings, emphasizing accessibility for local residents and visitors to Knoxville, Tennessee.

Event details at a glance:

• Location: Cox Auditorium, Alumni Memorial Building, University of Tennessee Knoxville, Knoxville, TN
• Date and time: February 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
• Format: Reserved seating; tickets sold online
• Guest performer: Yao Lu (Magic Eastern Ensemble) – traditional Chinese instrumentalist
• Organizers: UT Knoxville involvement with East Tennessee Wushu Team and local not-for-profit coordinators
• Past edition: February 2, 2025, 3:30 PM, Cox Auditorium
• Social and contact: Festival page links to Facebook memories; Magic Eastern Ensemble official channels include Instagram, YouTube, Facebook