Fashion Outlets of Chicago mark Lunar New Year with free performances, exclusive offers

Fashion Outlets of Chicago, at 5220 Fashion Outlets Way in Rosemont, will mark Chinese Lunar New Year with a celebration from Jan. 24 through Feb. 16.

It will feature cultural programming, free activities, and exclusive offers from participating retailers.

Fashion Outlets of Chicago is a 530,000-square-foot, two-level indoor shopping center that is home to more than 130 designer outlets.

On Jan. 25, visitors can ring in the Year of the Snake with a kickoff event in the shopping center’s food court beginning at 1 p.m. Guests can enjoy a variety of games and activities including lantern crafting, dumpling making, Chinese calligraphy, and Chopstick Challenge. Cultural performances by Huaxing Arts Group will take place from 2 to 2:30 p.m. featuring Kung Fu, Gu Zheng, Chinese yo-yo, a children’s choir and a dance program.

Shoppers also can visit Concierge Services, on Level One of the shopping center, from Jan. 24 to Feb. 16 to receive a red envelope containing special Lunar New Year offers and services from participating retailers as well as a free Savings Pass that will provide up to $800 in store savings from participating Fashion Outlets’ retailers.

For a full list of programming and special offers from participating retailers, visit fashiontoutletsofchicago.com.