Lunar New Year officially underway, people across Houston are looking for fun ways to celebrate the occasion across the city.

Our weekend top picks also include the Houston Automotive Show, Houston Rocket's Black History Night Weekend and more.

HOUSTON, Texas -- Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of The Wood Snake at one of these nine events across the Houston metro. This list is not comprehensive.

Also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, the Lunar New Year is a holiday meant to celebrate the beginning of the new year in accordance with the Chinese lunisolar calendar. The holiday is thought to have been celebrated for more than 1,

With over 620,000 people in the Houston area identifying as Asian American, there are a big number in the community that will celebrate the Lunar New Year.

Thousands took to POST Houston Sunday, dawning their red attire and snake jewelry to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of The Wood Snake at one of these nine events across the Houston metro. This list is not comprehensive.

Join the Austin community in celebrating the Year of the Snake with cultural performances, festive markets and special dining experiences.