Originally created in 1997 to ring in the Chinese New Year, Lunar Gala has transformed into a highly anticipated event that hundreds hope to be part of and thousands come to see. While staying true to its original intent, it has developed into a much larger production and has become a more impactful organization to the CMU and Pittsburgh community. Every year, the theme of the show is centered around the Zodiac animal of the lunar calendar. Now, Lunar Gala is one of the largest fashion events in Pittsburgh, having sold out over 1,200 seats each year with 200+ students involved in producing, designing, modeling, and dancing in the show. Students across all majors and cultures create original and creative lines, infusing technology and complex materials with wearable fashion into lines that reflect culture, technology, and reactions to current events in society today.