New York’s skyline and landmarks will shine red tonight as the state celebrates the Lunar New Year and the start of the Year of the Fire Horse.
Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation recognizing Lunar New Year 2026 and directed 15 state landmarks to be illuminated in red in honor of the holiday.
“As we enter this Lunar New Year, let us embrace the energy of the Fire Horse, move boldly, and build together,” Hochul said. “Wishing a Happy New Year to the nearly two million people of Asian descent that call our state home. May the Year of the Fire Horse bring health, happiness, prosperity, and opportunity to you and your families.”
The following landmarks will be lit red:
- One World Trade Center
- Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
- Kosciuszko Bridge
- The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building
- State Education Building
- Alfred E. Smith State Office Building
- Empire State Plaza
- State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center
- Niagara Falls
- The “Franklin D. Roosevelt” Mid-Hudson Bridge
- Grand Central Terminal – Pershing Square Viaduct
- Albany International Airport Gateway
- Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal
- Moynihan Train Hall
- Roosevelt Island Lighthouse
State officials say the tribute honors the nearly two million New Yorkers of Asian descent and recognizes the cultural significance of the Lunar New Year.
Last year, Hochul signed legislation to assess Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander history in New York’s social studies curriculum and to establish an advisory committee focused on the future of AANHPI content in schools.
During her time in office, Hochul also declared Lunar New Year a public school holiday across New York State, requiring public schools to close for the observance.
The red lighting is scheduled for this evening in celebration of the holiday.
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