Deadwood Chinese New Year
The Chinese New Year celebration in Deadwood, South Dakota, which dates back to the late 1800s and early 1900s, is held in February of each year. The Chinese lunar calendar is 2637 years older than ours, so to appreciate what year it is according to the Chinese, you must add 2637 to our current year.
In keeping with the history of the Chinese in Deadwood, a young woman is chosen as the Yellow Doll of the event each year. The Yellow Doll was a legendary young Chinese lady who lived a life of secluded luxury before meeting a rather grim end.
The celebration features a parade along with other entertainment and displays. People attending the celebration will have a chance to see an impressive display of Chinese literature, books, periodicals, pamphlets and calendars sent to Deadwood each year directly from the Chinese Embassy in Washington, D.C. The celebration will also feature lion dancers, martial arts performers, a fireworks display, and a demonstration on snake handing.
Who would have thought that you could experience an authentic Chinese New Year Celebration on the streets of Deadwood, South Dakota!
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