Oroville Hmong New Year Festival 2026

About this event

Celebrate culture, tradition, and community at the Oroville Hmong New Year Festival 2026–2027, hosted at the Nelson Sports Complex in Oroville, California on October 10 & 11, 2026. As the official kickoff event for the Northern California Hmong New Year festival season, this two-day celebration brings together families, friends, and visitors from across the region for unforgettable sports, live entertainment, traditional rituals, and authentic food! 📅 Event Details Dates: Saturday, October 10 & Sunday, October 11, 2026 Opening Ceremony: Saturday at 10:00 AM Location: Nelson Sports Complex | 2290 6th St, Oroville, CA 95965 Admission: $5 General Admission | FREE for kids 5 & under and seniors 65 & older 🏆 Sports Tournaments & Competitions Bring your competitive spirit or cheer on your favorite teams! Tournament registration and cash prizes include: Soccer: Men’s & Women’s Divisions Volleyball: Men’s & Women’s Divisions Cornhole Tournament Dance Competition: Showcasing top regional dance troupes Singing Competition: Displaying incredible local talent 🍢 Authentic Food & Local Vendors Explore an incredible lineup of local vendors serving traditional Hmong and Southeast Asian dishes: Savor famous Hmong BBQ, pork sausage, and steamed fish Enjoy hot bowls of Pho and Khaub Poob (curry noodle soup) Refresh with sweet Nab Vam (tapioca dessert) and fresh boba drinks 🌾 Cultural Traditions & Community Experience the warmth and heritage of the Hmong community: Participate in traditional Pov Pob (ball tossing courtship game) Listen to beautiful Kwv Txhiaj (traditional folk singing) Reconnect with old friends, family, and meet new faces from across California Whether you are coming to play in the tournaments, support local vendors, enjoy live performances, or experience Hmong culture, everyone is welcome!