SDSU will host China Night at the Dakota Bank Center in Brookings.
The event starts at 6 p.m. and will include cultural performances, interactive activities and authentic Chinese food.
Tickets can be purchased in the Student Union from 12 p.m. -1 p.m. Mon-Fri or on TicketMaster. They are also available on the Dakota Bank Center website or can be purchased the day of at the box office.
Kelly Dahlhoff, event manager, said that guests should just bring themselves and their tickets.
“There will be food and drinks at the event, so no need to bring in any outside items,” Dahloff said.
There will be a variety of authentic Chinese food provided including Chongqing spicy chicken, cumin beef, fried dumplings, etc. All food is provided by local favorites Lao Szechuan Hot Pot Buffet and WokN Go. There will be vegetarian options available.
Jiahui Yuan, president of the Chinese Students and Scholars Association, said the mission of the event, “aims to showcase Chinese culture and traditions to the SDSU community, promoting understanding between different cultures.”
China Night creates a space where people from different backgrounds can experience and appreciate Chinese culture. It strengthens the community by encouraging students, faculty, and residents to attend the event.
Performers are coming from all over the world, mainly China, to perform traditional Chinese dances and songs. Yizi Zhang, vice president of the students association, and Yuan agreed the Lion Dance is the performance to look for.
“The Lion Dance is one of the most representative Chinese New Year programs in many Chinese cities,” Zhang said.
Yuan thinks the performances are the most important part of China Night saying, “The display of traditional and modern Chinese art, such as dance, music, martial arts and drama, convey stories and emotions to help viewers connect with Chinese culture.
Mayor Ope Niemeyer, city manager Paul Briseno and SDSU president Barry Dunn will be guest speaking.