Lunar New Year

Year of the Snake

About Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival in China, is now one of the five most celebrated festivals in the world. During this festival, families reunite over traditions like celebratory dinner, sweeping away bad fortune, fireworks and watching the ceremonial lion dance. For children, the gift of positive wishes and red envelopes filled with money are the highlight of New Year’s Day.

Celebrate Lunar New Year at MGM National Harbor

We’re celebrating The Year of the Snake at MGM National Harbor. Visit us for a variety of cultural experiences you won’t want to miss. Celebratory activities will include culinary experiences, gaming opportunities and traditional Chinese performances that symbolize wisdom, transformation and prosperity for all who participate.

The Conservatory

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with MGM National Harbor’s latest Conservatory. The Lunar New Year-inspired display is available for viewing from January 10 to March 30.

Special Lunar New Year Menu at Ginger

January 24 – February 2

Enjoy a special Lunar New Year menu designed to honor the Year of the Snake.

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Lion Dance

January 26 | 6:00 PM

Guests can celebrate the Year of the Snake with a special lion and dragon dance on Sunday, January 26 at 6:00 p.m. The performance will begin in the Casino Valet and continue throughout the property. The lion dance is a traditional celebration for the holiday bringing prosperity and good luck for the upcoming year.

Casino Promotions and Events

Temple of the Dragon Kiosk Game

Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Release the spirit of the dragon and win up to $10,000 FREEPLAY®.

Visit any Rewards Kiosk to play. Earn one play for every $1.25 SLOT DOLLARS® or 600 Tier Credits from TablePlay between 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on each promotional day. Earn up to five plays each day with each play guaranteed to win between $10 and $10,000 FREEPLAY.

Money Tree

Saturday, January 18 (Platinum and NOIR players only) | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Sunday, January 19 | 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Celebrate a year of abundance with our Money Tree Kiosk game. Earn $1.25 SLOT DOLLARS® or 600 Tier Credits from TablePlay between 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on each promotional day to play. Each play is guaranteed to win up to $8,888 FREEPLAY or a chance to pull an envelope from a real-life money tree. The top prize on the money tree is $8,888 cash.

Golden Scales Baccarat Drawing Series

Monday – Friday | December 30 – January 24 | 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Drawings every Friday | January 3 – 24 | 8:00 PM

Earn one drawing ticket for every winning Tie Bet placed while playing Baccarat from Monday at 6:00 a.m. to Friday at 6:00 p.m. On the day of each drawing, winners will be called every 10 minutes beginning at 8:00 p.m. for their share of $38,000 in Promotional Chips. For the finale drawing, winners will be called for their share of $88,000 in Promotional Chips.

Crystal Giveaway

Saturday, January 25 | Noon – 6:00 PM

Claim a handcrafted crystal snake as a symbol of peace, wisdom and resilience throughout the new year. Earn $3.00 SLOT DOLLARS® or 1,500 Tier Credits from TablePlay between 6:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. to receive your crystal.

VIP Exclusive Year of the Snake Dinner

Invited MGM Rewards Guests Only - RSVP Required

Monday, January 27 | 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Join us in the MGM Grand Ballroom as we celebrate the Year of the Snake with an exclusive dinner, honoring a millennium of Chinese traditions. To reserve your spot, contact your Marketing Executive by Thursday, January 16 at 9:00 p.m.