TATOU (tah-tow) FESTIVAL, created by Te Ao Mana, is NYC’s Moana Nui (Pacific Island) festival. An international cultural gathering created by and for Pacific Islanders, where all are welcome to respectfully celebrate and immerse in our rich traditions and experience artistic innovation. Our gathering includes captivating performances, a selection of master classes, and cultural workshops, an […]
Calling all anime lovers, manga fans, gamers, and cosplayers! Join us for Anime Takeover! This FREE, all-day celebration brings together creativity and community with art, expression, and storytelling for fans of all ages. Enjoy cosplay contests (kids & adults), raffles, workshops, panels, manga giveaways, and surprise activities happening all day long. Whether you’re a seasoned […]
Mid-Autumn Magic in Flushing! 🍂 金秋同乐 · 共庆中秋 🥮 Flushing’s Annual Fall Festival is back! 🏮 Celebrate Mid-Autumn with 3,000+ neighbors and friends at GCC’s 9th Annual Fall Festival — a FREE afternoon packed with live performances, cultural experiences, games, family activities, community booths, food & surprises! Inspired by Mid-Autumn traditions, this annual celebration brings […]
This Filipino American History Month, our office, in partnership with the Office of Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Woodside on the Move, Bright Spot Community Development Center, the National Federation of Filipino American Associations New York State Chapter, and Filipino American National Historical Society Metro New York Chapter, is proud to host the first-ever Filipino […]
VCS is excited about the First Light: AAPI Film Festival! To kick the event off, we are excited to announce five featured films screening on Saturday, September 26th ✨ 📅 Oct. 18 at 3:00 PM 📍telos.haus at 303 Ten Eyck St 🎬 First Winter Directed by Schantelle Alonzo (@Mishipiku) Ángel is a newly arrived immigrant […]
Join us for the return of the JEST ASIANS comedy showcase for a night of laughs at the Asia Society! Featuring comedians from the global Asian Diaspora, the show offers comedic styles ranging from candid deadpan humor to sharp and witty observations. Cash Bar open from 5:30PM Comedy Show from 6:30PM Tickets: $20 Members, $30 […]
Japanese Food Expo 2026 is coming to New York! 🗽 📍 Japan Village 934 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11232 📅 Dates & Hours October 23 (Fri) | 12:00 PM–7:00 PM October 24 (Sat) | 11:00 AM–8:00 PM October 25 (Sun) | 11:00 AM–6:00 PM Get ready to experience Japanese food and culture right here in […]
Diwali at Times Square is the biggest Diwali celebration outside India that brings the Festival of Lights to the heart of New York City, uniting communities through music, dance, art, and culture. Over the years, the event has grown into one of the largest South Asian cultural showcases in North America, featuring world-class performers, dignitaries, […]
Join us at the 2026 Kimchi Festival! Experience the flavors and traditions of Korea at this fun-filled community celebration! ✨ Make your own kimchi ✨ Try on a beautiful hanbok ✨ Enjoy traditional Korean games and cultural activities ✨ Family-friendly fun for all ages 📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM […]
Seat at the Table with filmmakers and special guests in person Followed by a conversation with filmmakers and special guests Dirs. Sarita Khurana and Yoav Attias. 2026, 90 mins. U.S. DCP. Seat at the Table chronicles the rise of South Asian Americans in U.S. politics, tracing a remarkable journey from political disenfranchisement to an increasingly […]
Tisa Chang has been a pioneering force in Asian American theater, as an actress, dancer, director, and founding artistic director of Pan Asian Repertory Theatre. OCA-NY is proud to present Tisa Chang with our Trailblazer Award at the 50th Anniversary Gala, honoring her enduring contributions to Asian American arts and culture. Join us on Friday, […]
Mask Off looks beyond the ornate costumes, accessories, and visual images typically associated with “tradition,” and instead delves into the breath, form, and movement that lie at its core. Choreographer Lee Jae-hwa, who has long explored the essence of “contemporary Korean dance,“ draws inspiration from talchum (Korea’s traditional mask dance) to break away from fixed […]