Lunar New Year is coming, and you need a fit. Not just any outfit—something that honors tradition, celebrates culture, and makes you feel like the best version of yourself stepping into the new year.
Katy Asian Town’s Traditional Costume Pop-Up Market is happening every weekend in January. Vendors will have everything from timeless traditional elegance to modern cultural styles. Walk through vibrant displays of silk cheongsams, embroidered traditional garments, and contemporary pieces that blend heritage with current fashion.
This isn’t just shopping. This is finding a meaningful festive look while spending time with family and friends in the heart of Houston’s most vibrant Asian shopping district.
The Vibe: Culture Meets Community
Katy Asian Town isn’t some generic strip mall. It’s 31 mostly small, locally owned businesses—mom-and-pop shops, authentic restaurants, specialty retailers—all representing the American dream of immigrant entrepreneurs who came to Texas and built something real.
When you shop here during Lunar New Year, you’re supporting families who poured everything into these businesses. You’re experiencing authentic Asian culture in an authentic setting.
The Traditional Costume Pop-Up Market represents that. Local vendors showcasing traditional and contemporary pieces. Real craftsmanship. Real stories behind every garment.
“Each store or restaurant on its own may not have many connections, but when 31 businesses help each other, there’s an alliance,” explains Josie Lin, event organizer for Katy Asian Town. She believes Katy Asian Town is the premiere destination for exposure to Asian culture in Texas.
And this pop-up market is proof.
What You’re Actually Getting
Traditional cheongsams in vibrant reds and golds—the classic Lunar New Year choice that represents luck and prosperity. Vietnamese áo dài in flowing silk. Thai silk pieces. Japanese yukata and modern interpretations of traditional wear. Korean hanbok. And contemporary pieces that blend heritage styles with modern fashion sensibility.
Whether you want to honor tradition fully or blend cultural elements with contemporary style, there’s something for everyone.
The vendors aren’t just selling clothes. They’re sharing stories of where these garments come from, how they’re made, what they represent. It’s cultural education wrapped in beautiful fabrics.
Every Weekend in January
Saturdays and Sundays: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: Katy Asian Town, 23119 Colonial Parkway, Katy, TX 77450
All four weekends of January means multiple opportunities to browse, find your look, and support local vendors. Weather permitting, the market operates rain or shine.
Free parking and valet services are available. The shopping center is easy to navigate. You can grab food from the restaurants, explore the H-Mart supermarket, and make a full day of it with family.
The Broader Lunar New Year Celebration
While the costume pop-up market is happening every weekend, Katy Asian Town is also hosting broader Lunar New Year festivities throughout January and February.
Lion dances will perform at multiple locations—bringing good luck and fortune to businesses and visitors. Lee’s Golden Dragon, the professional lion dance team that’s been celebrating Asian culture since 1997, will be performing throughout the celebration period.
Restaurants throughout Katy Asian Town are offering special Lunar New Year menus and experiences. Phat Eatery (the acclaimed Malaysian restaurant) is hosting multi-course Lunar New Year feasts with live lion dance performances.
The energy is building. The celebration is expanding. The costumes are calling.
Why This Matters Beyond Fashion
Lunar New Year represents renewal. A fresh start. Welcoming prosperity and good fortune into your home and life. What you wear on Lunar New Year matters. It’s not just fashion—it’s intention.
When you walk into the Traditional Costume Pop-Up Market and find a piece that resonates with you, you’re choosing to honor that intention. You’re saying: I see my heritage. I celebrate my culture. I welcome the new year with meaning.
That’s powerful. That’s why this market exists. That’s why vendors set up every weekend in January.
Your Action Plan
Mark your calendar for any weekend in January. Drive out to Katy Asian Town. Bring your family. Bring friends. Bring someone who’s curious about Asian culture.
Browse the costume vendors. Ask about the garments—where they come from, how they’re made, what they represent. Try things on. Feel what resonates.
Grab food from the restaurants. Enjoy the atmosphere. Take photos and tag #LunarFashion—the organizers are reposting favorite looks.
Leave with an outfit that makes you feel like the best version of yourself stepping into the new year.
This is Lunar New Year shopping done right—supporting local, honoring culture, and finding something meaningful that you’ll wear for years to come.
The Details
Katy Asian Town Traditional Costume Pop-Up Market
Dates: Every weekend in January 2026
- Saturdays & Sundays
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: Katy Asian Town
- Address: 23119 Colonial Parkway, Katy, TX 77450
- Easy accessible by car
- Free parking available
- Valet services available
What’s Available:
- Traditional cheongsams (classic Lunar New Year wear)
- Vietnamese áo dài
- Thai silk pieces
- Japanese yukata
- Korean hanbok
- Contemporary pieces blending heritage with modern style
- Cultural accessories and jewelry
- Handcrafted items
Features:
- Local vendors from Katy Asian Town community
- Authentic cultural garments and modern interpretations
- Vendor education about garment origins and significance
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Food and dining at nearby restaurants
- H-Mart supermarket shopping
Social Media:
- Tag posts with #LunarFashion
- Organizers repost favorite looks
- Follow Katy Asian Town on Facebook: @KATYASIANTOWNTX
- Follow on Instagram: @katyasiantown
Hosted By: AMA COSMOS (official host/sponsor)
Broader Katy Asian Town Lunar New Year Celebration
Lion Dance Performances:
- Lee’s Golden Dragon (professional team since 1997)
- Multiple performance dates January-February
- Bringing good luck and fortune to businesses and visitors
Special Dining Experiences:
- Phat Eatery: Year of the Snake Feasts with Lion Dances
- Multiple dates throughout January/early February
- Multi-course family-style meals
- Live lion dance performances
- Reservations required
- $88 per person plus tax
Businesses Participating: 31 locally owned restaurants and shops
Contact Information:
- Facebook: Katy Asian Town & Marketplace @Exit 743
- Phone: (713) 630-8000
- Website: katyasiantownandmarketplace.com
- Address: 22541 Grand Circle Blvd, Katy, TX 77450
About Katy Asian Town
What It Is: Premier destination for Asian culture in Texas with 31 locally owned businesses including:
- Asian supermarkets (H-Mart)
- Authentic restaurants (Vietnamese, Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Malaysian, etc.)
- Specialty shops and retailers
- Cultural businesses
Community Focus: Immigrant-owned businesses fulfilling the American dream; event focus brings community together and creates business alliances
Lunar New Year Significance: Year of the Snake celebration (2026)
Parking & Access:
- Free parking
- Valet services
- All-day convenience
- Accessible location in west Houston
Why Lunar New Year Fashion Matters
Tradition: What you wear represents intentions for the year ahead
Color Significance: Red = luck and prosperity; gold = wealth and good fortune
Cultural Connection: Wearing traditional or culturally-inspired pieces honors heritage and celebrates identity
Community: Shopping at local vendors supports immigrant entrepreneurs and Asian-owned businesses
Meaning: Lunar New Year outfit isn’t just fashion—it’s a statement of intention and cultural pride as you enter the new year
Lunar New Year 2026
Year of the Snake: Represents wisdom, introspection, and transformation
When: Lunar New Year falls on Wednesday, January 29, 2026
Celebration Period: January 29 – February celebrations throughout February
What to Expect: Lion dances, special dining experiences, marketplace activities, family-friendly events across Katy Asian Town
Pro Tips
- Visit early in January for best vendor selection
- Ask vendors about garment origins and care instructions
- Plan to spend time exploring the full Katy Asian Town experience (food, shopping, culture)
- Bring family for a full weekend outing
- Take photos for social media and tag #LunarFashion
- Make reservations in advance for special dining experiences
