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SUMMARY:Smorgasburg Diwali: Festival of Bites
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first-ever Smorgasburg Diwali: Festival of Bites in partnership with @browngirlmag! \nA two-day celebration of South Asian flavors\, culture\, and community — featuring guest vendors\, specials from our resident vendors\, and plenty of festive surprises 🎉\n📍 Saturday\, Oct 11 — Williamsburg • 11AM – 6PM \nVendor Highlights 🍴:\n🥪 Vada Pav by @fontainhas_dukaan\n🌯 Paratha Rolls by @kolachirolls\n🍪 Rasmalai Cookies by @doughnitgoods\n🥟 Fuchka by @themonkeykingnyc\n🍬 Mithai by @tagmonyc\n☕ Chai by @chaistreet.co\n🍩 Indian Fusion Desserts by @kneadsomeloveny\n🥞 Dosas by @dosa.brooklyn\n🍗 Mala Fried Chicken by @chippow_nyc\n🌮 Butter Chicken Tacos by @tacomahalnyc\n🥜 Indian Fusion Snacks by @baabufoods\n🍂 Organic Teas by @ayursomewellness \n🎶💃 Plus!\n🎧 Beats by @discoauntie\n💃 Traditional dance by @columbiaraas\n🎨 Interactive Rangoli by @sam.hit.a\n🤲 Henna by @mehendibymonika\n🛺 Mock Indian wedding pics by @ragstorickshaws\n🎨 Arts and Crafts with @theculturetree \nCelebrate\, eat\, and vibe with us at the Festival of Lights — Smorg style 🪔🍴💛
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/smorgasburg-diwali-festival-of-bites-2/
LOCATION:Williamsburg\, Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Mental Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T140000
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SUMMARY:Oyster Festival
DESCRIPTION:Oyster Festival is coming! Enjoy unique oyster styles paired with Suntory beer & highballs\, plus other food and non-alcoholic drinks. \n\n\n🦪 OYSTER FESTIVAL 🦪 \nJoin us for an afternoon of oysters\, Japanese drinks\, and good food at Japan Village! Enjoy unique oyster styles\, paired with Suntory drinks\, including Japanese beer and refreshing highballs. \nEnjoy the afternoon with oysters\, drinks\, and a live DJ. \n📅 October 10\, 2026\n⏰ 2–7 PM\n📍 Japan Village Courtyard\n🎟️ FREE EVENT \nAdmission is free\, but RSVPs are encouraged so we can get an idea of how many guests to expect. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/oyster-festival/
LOCATION:Japan Village\, 934 3rd Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T235900
DTSTAMP:20260918T002452Z
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SUMMARY:2026 A4 Benefit: Unbreakable Ties
DESCRIPTION:Join A4 for an unforgettable evening at our biggest fundraising initiative of the year\, celebrating artists\, cultural leaders\, supporters\, and the community who fuel our mission and make our work possible! \nInspired by the red string theory found across many Asian cultures\, this year’s theme honors the invisible connections that draw people\, places\, and futures together. At A4\, we help make those connections real\, linking artists across generations\, disciplines\, and communities to one another\, to opportunity\, and to what comes next. Together\, we will honor the artists\, cultural leaders\, supporters\, and community members whose paths are woven through A4’s 40+ year legacy of advocacy\, visibility\, and creative exchange. \nThe evening will feature: \n\nCocktails\, a seated dinner\, and a gathering of artists\, supporters\, and friends\nLive performances by A4 artists and collaborators\nInspiring remarks and the honoring of this year’s awardees\nA late-night encore at Opera House\, carrying the celebration through midnight
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-a4-benefit-unbreakable-ties/
LOCATION:Chinese Tuxedo\, 5 Doyers St.\, New York\, NY\, 10013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20260927T211647Z
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SUMMARY:Signature Theatre Writing Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Step inside the creative process of the playwrights who lived it. \nEver wonder how a headline becomes a play? \nMelis Aker pulls back the curtain on her writing process\, showing participants how she transformed inspiration from real news stories into original theater\, the exact process that became FISH. \nLauren Yee takes you inside the making of KING OF THE YEES\, a wild\, Alice-in-Wonderland-style journey born from a real\, stranger-than-fiction moment in her own life back in 2014. \nTwo playwrights. Two processes. One rare chance to learn how these two storytellers wrote these amazing plays. Get ready to write in these workshops! \nSeats are limited\, reserve yours today. Pay-what-you-choose registration. Workshops are located at the Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street). \nDATES:\nOctober 5\, Melis Aker – https://signaturetheatre.org/checkout/?dest=tickets&inst=8201\nOctober 8\, Lauren Yee – https://signaturetheatre.org/checkout/?dest=tickets&inst=8401 \nTIME: 5:00 to 6:30 PM each day
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/signature-theatre-writing-workshops/
LOCATION:Signature Theatre\, 480 W 42nd St.\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theater,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T150000
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SUMMARY:2026 General Election Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Want to better understand the upcoming general election and how to participate? Join Adhikaar and @nycvotes for a community workshop covering voter registration\, voting options\, important dates\, and what to expect on Election Day! \n📍 Location: Elmhurst Hospital (A1-22 Auditorium) \nCome learn\, ask questions\, and make sure you have the information you need to participate in the election.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/2026-general-election-workshop/
LOCATION:Elmhurst Hospital\, 79-01 Broadway\, Elmhurst\, NY\, 11373\, United States
CATEGORIES:Voting,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Iyasaka Matsuri
DESCRIPTION:NYC\, come through! 🗽🔥🇯🇵\nIYASAKA MATSURI is coming to Brooklyn!\nJoin us at @japanvillagebrooklyn on October 4 for a celebration of Japanese culture and HIPHOP‼︎ \nついにIYASAKA祭りが10/4にブルックリンで開催👏\nJapanese fusionをコンセプトに、日本文化とHIPHOPの融合した野外block partyをお届けします🔥 \nLINE UP:\nCOMA-CHI（LIVE） @coma_chi\nDJ EVIL DEE（GUEST DJ） @djevildee\nKO-YA（DOUBLE DUTCH） @ko_ya.reg\nSHIRO ONE（LIVE PAINTING） @shiro_one\nBOM5 & FRIENDS（BREAKING） @bom5_mw\nERI BLOSSOM（LIVE） @eriblossomnyc\nSASAKI KYOKO（JAPANESE TAIKO） @itututaiko.sasaki.kyoko\nMISUZU（LIVE） @misuzu_suzuya_official \n📅 Sunday\, October 4\, 2026\n🕑 2PM–7PM\n📍 Japan Village\, Brooklyn\n934 3rd Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY 11232\n🚇 D / N / R to 36 St \n🎫FREE ADMISSION — ALL AGES WELCOME! \n🏮Enjoy food\, the market\, and a day of music\, art\, and culture. Bring your friends and family!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/iyasaka-matsuri/
LOCATION:Japan Village\, 934 3rd Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260912T004100Z
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SUMMARY:Fun Fest Japan
DESCRIPTION:FUN FEST JAPAN celebrates Japan and NYC with an all day free and fun Japanese cultural festival\, featuring traditional performing arts and cultural activities for the whole family! \nEnjoy performances by JFDINY’s own Minbuza (Japanese Folk Dance)\, Samurai Sword Soul (Traditional Sword Fighting)\, and Taiko Masala (Taiko Drumming). \nIn the activities area\, experience a variety of fun Japanese arts and crafts such as origami\, calligraphy\, kendama\, and kimono dressing. \nThe finale of the day will be the Bon Odori\, a traditional Japanese Summer event where everyone joins in and dances together! Come to FUN FEST JAPAN and let’s celebrate NYC! \nPerformance Schedule: \n12:00PM – TBA\n1:00PM – Samurai Sword Soul\n2:00PM – Taiko Masala\n3:00PM – Japanese Folk Dance Institute of NY\n3:30PM – Bon Odori
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/fun-fest-japan-2/
LOCATION:Corlears Hook Park\, 397 FDR Drive\, New York\, NY\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T180000
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SUMMARY:HALO-HALO SALO-SALO
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Filipino American History Month\, we’re adding another exciting pop-up to our back-to-back celebration! \nIn collaboration with the Friends of the Philippines Society\, we proudly present “HALO-HALO SALO-SALO” a festival filled with Filipino art\, fashion\, music\, and food! \nExperience more than 50 vendors offering unique products and dishes that proudly represent Filipino culture. 🇵🇭✨ \nDATE: SUNDAY OCTOBER 4th\nTIME: 10AM • 6PM\nLOCATION: UNION SQUARE NORTH PLAZA
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/halo-halo-salo-salo/
LOCATION:Union Square Park North\, 17th Street between Park Avenue and Broadway)\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T180000
DTSTAMP:20260829T030123Z
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SUMMARY:42nd Korean Parade & Festival
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the 42nd Korean Parade & Festival and experience the energy of K-CULTURE in the heart of Manhattan! \nFrom Korean tradition to K-POP\, K-FOOD and unforgettable performances\, NYC will come alive with Korean culture\, community and pride. Bring your family and friends—and be part of this incredible celebration! \nKOREAN PARADE\n⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM\n📍 6th Avenue\, 38th St. – 27th St. \nKOREAN FESTIVAL\n⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM\n📍 Koreatown\, 32nd Street\, Manhattan
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/42nd-korean-parade-festival/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Parade,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T193000
DTSTAMP:20260929T232117Z
CREATED:20260929T194510Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Workshop: "What America Means to Me"
DESCRIPTION:“What America Means to Me\,” an informal writing workshop with author Ed Lin. Bring something to write with\, either a pad of paper or a phone or laptop. We’ll explore using our words for creative nonfiction\, poetry\, and fiction. Sharing is encouraged\, but not necessary. \nEd Lin is the first author to win three Asian American Literary Awards\, and is currently interim executive director of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop. His latest book\, the mystery “The Dead Can’t Make a Living\,” was published in April by Soho Crime. \nRSVP to Ed Lin at elin@aaww.org \nManhattan location shared after registration.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/writing-workshop-what-america-means-to-me/
LOCATION:New York
CATEGORIES:Workshop,Writing
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260903T205930Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome to Chinatown Mid Autumn Festival
DESCRIPTION:This year\, we’re celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival all weekend (Oct 2 to 4)\, and it’s approaching fast so mark your calendars! 🌕 \nAs one of the most celebrated holidays across East & SE Asia\, it marks a time of unity\, family & gratitude for the harvest. \nWe’re hosting the 3-day outdoor event in partnership with @gothamparknyc\, featuring 100+ community-painted lanterns\, art installs\, 20+ local AAPI vendors across food/drink\, artwork\, & retail categories. And we’ve topped it off with live performances! \nNo RSVP required\, just join us at Gotham Park\, anytime between 1pm to 7pm during the first weekend of Oct\, and let’s eat\, drink\, dance\, and reflect together\, under the fullest moon of the year. \nScreenshot
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/welcome-to-chinatown-mid-autumn-festival/
LOCATION:Gotham Park (Rose St under Brookln Bridge Manhattan side)\, Gotham Park\, New York\, NY\, 10038\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Performance
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