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Living at Bay Meadows means having more than great homes and parks at your doorstep — it means being steps away from a destination that keeps the calendar full year-round. Just across the way, Hillsdale Shopping Center transforms everyday convenience into something much more dynamic. On Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 12–3pm, the center invites the community to celebrate the Year of the Horse with a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration hosted inside Macy’s Center Court. For Bay Meadows residents, a short stroll to this lively cultural performance and a relaxed afternoon of Dim Sum is the kind of effortless weekend plan that makes neighborhood living feel truly connected.

This year’s celebration promises a lively and colorful afternoon filled with tradition and entertainment. Guests will enjoy thrilling Lion Dancers, graceful Fan Dancers, and acrobatic performances that capture the spirit of the holiday. Families can snap photos with a life-sized costumed Panda, receive a fortune cookie gift giveaway, and share their wishes for the year ahead by posting personal sentiments on the Cherry Blossom Tree. It’s festive, joyful, and welcoming to all — a beautiful reflection of the diverse Peninsula community.

One of the greatest perks of living adjacent to Hillsdale is the ability to turn moments like these into a full day out. Before or after the celebration, residents can gather for a memorable meal at Palette Tea Garden at Hillsdale Mall, known for its modern Cantonese cuisine and dim sum favorites. Crowd-pleasers like delicate shrimp dumplings, barbecue pork buns, crispy honey walnut shrimp, Peking duck, and silky mango pudding make it easy to linger around the table. It’s the perfect pairing: cultural celebration followed by a shared meal that brings everyone together.

Bay Meadows was designed for exactly this kind of lifestyle — where meaningful experiences can be accessed in mere moments. With Hillsdale just steps away, residents enjoy more than retail convenience; they enjoy access to seasonal events, entertainment, dining, and community gatherings all year long. The Lunar New Year celebration on February 21 is just one example of how living here keeps you connected — to culture, to neighbors, and to the vibrant rhythm of San Mateo life.

Event Details
When: Saturday, February 21, 2026 | 12–3pm
Where: Macy’s Center Court, 358 Hillsdale Mall, San Mateo, CA 94403
Cost: Free and open to the entire family

For more information, visit hillsdale.com or call 650-586-7750.