Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker Races Postponed Due to Wildfires
Event Postponed Due to Fire Conditions
The 47th annual Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker event scheduled for February 1-2 has been postponed. The Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee (LACFRC) has made the difficult decision to postpone the event to a later date in 2025.
“To our participants, volunteers, and local communities, the LACFRC has made the difficult decision to postpone the L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Events to a later date in 2025,” the LACFRC wrote in a press release. “Virtual events will also be postponed to align with the live events. As fire conditions remain significant, a comprehensive update will be provided as soon as possible. A new date will be announced soon.”
A Brief History of the Event
The L.A. Chinatown Firecracker began in 1979 and celebrates the Lunar New Year with runs, walks, cycling, and dog walking events. It’s free and typically takes place at the historic Los Angeles Chinatown Plaza, featuring exhibitors, vendors, activities for children, live entertainment, and a beer garden.
New Date to Be Announced Soon
After the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, the event opted to continue to offer participants the option to participate in person or virtually through the RaceJoy app, where each runner or walker receives a race packet with merchandise including a t-shirt and medal via mail.
Produced by a Non-Profit Organization
The event is produced by the nonprofit LACFRC, a volunteer-run group that organizes events that benefit elementary schools and other local nonprofit organizations with programs focused on promoting healthy lifestyles, fitness, and cultural awareness.
Chinese Lunar New Year
Chinese Lunar New Year begins on Wednesday, January 29, and lasts until February 16, 2026. The Chinese zodiac features 12 animals and five elements: wood, fire, Earth, metal, or water to create a 60-year cycle. This year’s Lunar New Year celebrates the year of the Wood Snake, which last occurred in 1965. The snake represents wisdom, intuition, transformation, and the wood element signifies growth and renewal.
Conclusion
The postponement of the Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker races is a precautionary measure due to the significant fire conditions in the area. The event will be rescheduled for a later date in 2025, and participants and volunteers will be notified as soon as possible. The event’s organizers are committed to ensuring the safety of all attendees and are working to make the rescheduled event a success.
FAQs
Q: Why was the event postponed?
A: The event was postponed due to significant fire conditions in the area.
Q: When will the rescheduled event take place?
A: A new date will be announced soon.
Q: Will virtual events also be postponed?
A: Yes, virtual events will also be postponed to align with the live events.
Q: How will participants be notified of the rescheduled event?
A: Participants and volunteers will be notified as soon as possible.
