Redwood City International is a nonprofit organization promoting sister-city relationships between Redwood City, CA and Zhuhai, China and Colima and Ciudad Guzman, Mexico. Activities include hosting sister-city delegations, interns and other visitors; promoting international understanding as a member of Sister-City International; advancing cultural awareness in Redwood City’s sphere of influence.
Lunar New Year Festival
Lunar New Year Festival
14th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, February 1, 2025
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Courthouse Square
Free Museum Admission this day
Redwood City, its Parks Recreation and Community Services Department, and partner Redwood City International will be hosting the 14th Annual Lunar New Year Celebration! Celebrate the new year with lion dancers, martial artists, taiko drummers, and other live performances, for this celebration of the Year of the Snake. Plus, folks can enjoy FREE ADMISSION to the San Mateo County History Museum where they can find FREE Kids Arts and Crafts!
The event is free and open to the public.
Schedule- TBA
About Lunar New Year
Welcome to Redwood City’s 14th Lunar New Year celebration! The Lunar New Year is one of the most important holidays in Asian heritage, often celebrated with big family gatherings, gift giving, the eating of symbolic foods, and displays of festive decorations – all focused on bringing good luck for the New Year and celebrating the imminent arrival of spring. Thank you for joining us in Redwood City to celebrate the diversity of our community.
Snake
The Year of the Snake
Snakes are mysterious and smart. They think deeply and can solve problems well. People born in the Year of the Snake are considered rational, calm, thoughtful, and loyal to loved ones.
Year of Birth
2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965, 1953, 1941, 1929
Lucky Colors
Black, Yellow
Lucky Numbers
2, 8, 9
Zodiac Sign Compatibility
Best Match: Dragon, Rooster
Bad Match: Tiger, Rabbit
The 12 animals run in sequence Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.
If you were born during the Year of the Snake…
“People born in the years of the Snake easily attract others for the mysterious character and graceful behaviors. They are calm and thorough and can always carry out a plan from the beginning to the end. Once in dilemma, the Snake can be someone who leads people to get out of the woods. They also have a strong sense of responsibility and have a clear goal, which helps them to reach a peak in their career.”
Special Sister City Visit
In September 2024, Redwood City hosted a delegation from all our Sister Cities. The weekend was filled with cultural and civic activities, beginning with a welcoming event at City Hall and a ceremonial tree planting at Red Morton Park to symbolize the continued growth of these relationships. The delegation also explored student and teacher exchange opportunities with the Redwood City School District, celebrated Caltrain’s electrification, and learned about SamTrans hydrogen fuel buses. . Performances by the ballet folklorico dancers of Casa Circulo Cultural and Mexico Vivo were a highlight of the visit.
By continuing these relationships, Redwood City not only celebrates diversity but also builds bridges that foster understanding and friendship across borders.
Zhuhai, China
Zhuhai, China: Our first Sister City since 1992, Zhuhai has been a key partner in cultural and student exchanges.
Colima, Mexico
Colima, Mexico: Partnered in 1998, Colima has shared in civic collaboration, including donations of essential equipment and mutual visits between City leaders.
Ciudad Guzman, Mexico
Ciudad Guzman, Mexico: A Sister City since 2013, this relationship has opened new channels for cultural and civic engagement.
Aguililla, Mexico
Aguililla, Mexico: First a Friendship City in 2013, Aguililla became a Sister City in 2017, reflecting the deep historical ties many Redwood City residents have to this region.
Friendship City
Qingyuan, China
Sister City – Colima Mexico
Sister City – Zhuhai China
Sister City – Zhuhai China