127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade – Year of the Horse (2026)

Two Dragons Martial Arts
Feb 4
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Updated: Apr 4

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Join Us for a Spectacular Celebration!

TDMA Family,

Two Dragons Martial Arts is thrilled to participate in the 127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade in Los Angeles Chinatown. This event is part of our ongoing commitment to community engagement and celebrating the Lunar New Year.

This year, we honor the Year of the Horse. The horse symbolizes strength, endurance, discipline, and forward movement. These values reflect who we are as a martial arts family.

Please note that we will NOT be holding our scheduled family Zoom meetings for the next two weeks. I encourage you to read this announcement carefully.

👉 All questions must be directed via text or phone call only.📞 TDMA Voice Line: (626) 470-7027

127th Annual Golden Dragon Parade

February 21, 2026 at 10:30 AMChina Town

📅 EVENT DETAILS

Parade Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026

Performers Arrival Time: 11:00 AM

Parade Start Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Street Closures for Parking: Around 9:30 AM

Location: Chinatown Central Plaza, Los Angeles

Parade Route: Begins at N. Hill St. & Temple, North on Hill, Right on Bernard, Right on Broadway, Ends at Broadway & Temple

This is a major Lunar New Year event! Expect lion dancers, floats, marching bands, cultural performances, and dignitaries. The event is FREE to watch.

Public transportation or arriving very early is strongly recommended due to heavy traffic and limited parking.

🥋 PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform in the parade, students must:

✔ Be an active TDMA student (minimum 30 days enrolled)

✔ Be able to walk 1.5 miles comfortably

✔ Follow instructions immediately and respectfully

✔ Attend scheduled rehearsals

✔ Purchase Parade Uniform & Black shoes

This is a long and high-energy event. Endurance and discipline are essential!

🥋 REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

Rehearsals are mandatory for all performers:

Little Dragons: Fridays: 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM & Saturdays: 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM
Pre-Jrs/Juniors: Fridays: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM & Saturdays: 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Adults/Advanced: Fridays: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM & Saturdays: 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM

These rehearsals ensure safety, timing, spacing, and performance excellence.

👕 UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS (NO REFUNDS)

Performers: Full TDMA Parade Uniform Required 🔗 Parade Uniform

Volunteers in Parade: Parade Shirt + Black Bottoms Required

Black shoes are mandatory for ALL participants and volunteers.

💰 UNIFORM COST & DEADLINE

Parade T-Shirts: $40 (Full parade uniform with pants & t-shirt click on the link above)

🛑 Deadline to Pay: February 8th

🛒 Order Will Be Placed: February 9th

Orders cannot be guaranteed after this date. Fundraiser shirts are available in the Pro Shop labeled “FUNDRAISER”: 🔗 Pro Shop

📍 TDMA PARADE DAY MEET-UP DETAILS

Exact TDMA staging instructions will be sent prior to parade week.

General Parade Meet Up: North Spring Street between Ord and Alpine St.

Because streets close at 10:00 AM, please plan accordingly.

Recommended:

Take Metro Gold Line to Chinatown
Arrive early
Expect heavy traffic and limited parking

⏰ TDMA EVENT FLOW (Subject to Adjustment)

11:00 AM = Performer Check-In
11:15 AM = Volunteer Check-In
11:30 AM = Snack & Restroom
12:00 PM = Group Photos
12:30 PM = Line Assembly & move to parade start
1:00 PM = Parade Begins (We go LIVE on social media)
2:30–3:00 PM = Group Photo at End of Route then Immediately After = Return to TDMA Stand

We will do a LIVE shout-out to GoFundMe supporters and donors as a community.

Performer Check-out = All performers MUST check out BEFORE leaving. Families are welcome to stay and enjoy the remainder of the parade after performer check-out. Food vendors will be available throughout Chinatown.