Los Angeles Zoo held a celebration of the Year of the Horse at its Lunar New Year event

Crowds visited the Los Angeles Zoo last weekend to enjoy the Year of the Horse at the zoo’s Lunar New Year. The zoo event offered performances by the Qing Wei Lion and Dragon Dance Cultural Troupe, the Qing Wei Lion and Dragon Dance Cultural Troupe, members of the Asian Arts Talents Foundation Mongolian Chopstick group, members of the Asian Arts Talents Foundation Little Red Fox Dance group, and members of the Asian Arts Talents Foundation Little Indian Princess group.

“The Year of the Horse is characterized by passion, energy, and a dynamic spirit,” said Misha Body, Deputy Zoo Director of Animals & Experiences.  “The Lunar New Year celebration at the L.A. Zoo honors a beautiful cultural heritage while fostering connections between people, culture, and nature. This weekend’s event and activities were a wonderful reflection of that.”

Max Pulsinelli, L.A. Zoo Chief of Marketing & Communications, said, “We were thrilled to have seen so many families engaging with our annual Lunar Year programming this past weekend. By bringing Angelenos together to learn and celebrate the Year of the Horse, the L.A. Zoo continues its mission to enrich our communities and create connections to nature.”