USPS Announces Ceremony for Lunar New Year Stamp

The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced a special ceremony to introduce a new stamp celebrating the Lunar New Year on January 20, 2026. This stamp marks the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese Zodiac and highlights the contributions of the Asian American community to American culture.

The event will take place in San Francisco, California, a city known for its vibrant celebration of the Lunar New Year. Attendees will include postal officials and community leaders, who will speak on the significance of this year’s stamp and the importance of cultural diversity.

The stamp design features a colorful illustration that reflects traditional Lunar New Year motifs, designed by an artist known for their work in celebrating Asian heritage. The release of this stamp is part of USPS’s ongoing commitment to honor and recognize various cultural festivities across the nation.

To learn more about the event, USPS encourages the public to visit their official website at this link.

The USPS has been producing stamps that represent important cultural symbols since its inception, and this latest stamp is part of its efforts to embrace and celebrate diversity in America. The ceremony will not only reveal the stamp but will also feature various cultural performances to honor the Lunar New Year.

Guests at the ceremony will be able to purchase the new stamp on the day of its release. This event marks a long-standing tradition for USPS, as they have consistently acknowledged major holidays and events through stamp releases.

The announcement underlines the significance of Lunar New Year celebrations among Asian American communities, and how USPS aims to strengthen community ties through such cultural acknowledgments.

For further details and information about future events, readers can regularly check the USPS Newsroom.