In celebration of Asia Society’s seventieth anniversary, Asia Society Museum presents Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon: Celebrating 70 Years of Asia Society and the Rockefeller Legacy. Displaying seventy of the finest examples of Asian art in the United States drawn from Asia Society’s permanent collection, the exhibition showcases the extraordinary range of bronzes, ceramics, and […]
JAPAN Fes, one of the city’s most beloved street food events, is returning to celebrate a major milestone: its 10th anniversary in New York City, bringing dozens of Japanese food vendors to the streets for a full day of snacking, sipping and exploring. Each event typically runs from 10 am to 6 pm and pops up […]
LOVER LOVE, a new commission for the Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art by Shu Lea Cheang, begins with a portal. A window is flung open and the gray wall of an apartment block dissolves into a turbulent, overcast sky, against which a smoky being is enveloped by a six-winged seraphim—an angel of the highest order. This […]
This exhibition explores how Bangladeshis in Bangladesh and beyond took actions during the 2024 mass uprisings against the quota system in place, since 1972, immediately after the birth of the country in 1971. Featuring articles such as printed international artworks by Bangladeshi artists, handcrafted tools, and relevant media, the exhibition serves as a homage to […]
For over 60 years, Ed Young (1931–2023) invigorated the world of children’s books through intimate storytelling, inventive artistry, and potent emotionality. This first U.S. retrospective features original artwork from 15 of his most significant projects—focusing on works drawn from his personal story and Chinese folktales—alongside a selection of his sketchbooks, family photos, and personal effects. […]
Founded in 1966, the China Institute Gallery has presented the history of Chinese art from antiquity to the present through superb and thought-provoking exhibitions. The masterworks featured in Celebrating Sixty Years of China Institute Gallery: 1966-2026 exemplify what has made the Institute’s exhibitions groundbreaking. From presentations of exquisite jades and bronze vessels, to the symbolism of old […]
Gallery Hyundai is pleased to present “Meditation: Myth and Memory”, an exhibition of Korean American sculptor John Pai, a major force in the Korean American diaspora of the last half-century. The opening reception takes place on Thursday September 10, 6-8pm at Gallery Hyundai New York Project Space. This exhibition seeks to provide a space for […]
Artists Space presents “Multiple Offerings”, the first retrospective in twenty-five years dedicated to the groundbreaking work of the artist Theresa Hak Kyung Cha. She produced an expansive range of works comprising performances for film and video, installation, photography, artist’s books (including her genre-defying book Dictée from 1982), and works on paper, which will fill Artists […]
As a valued friend of Foundations and Futures, we cordially invite you to a free webinar series co-sponsored by the UCLA Asian American Studies Center, UCLA Center X, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), and the National Education Association (NEA). The Teaching Asian American and Pacific Islander Histories Webinar Series will take place once a month on Mondays throughout the […]
Opening reception: Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5-7pm Two artists transform traditional materials–textile and paper–to explore themes of identity and memory. Tai Hwa Goh creates intricate, layered installations from printed and cut paper, inspired by organic forms, landscapes, and the relationship between the interior and exterior. Goh’s process pushes the limits of traditional printmaking, as she […]
Please join Asia Art Archive in America on Thursday, September 17th from 5-8pm for the opening reception of their exhibition, Zine﹡ Together. Zine﹡ Together is the first exhibition of its kind to examine Asian American zines not only as objects, but as actions—creative, collective, and relational. Drawing from Asia Art Archive in America’s Reading Room […]
Fou Gallery is pleased to present “Synthetic Mobility”, a two-person exhibition featuring Tokyo- and New York-based artist Ai Makita and China-born, Houston-based kinetic artist Sizhu Li, on view from September 19 through November 8, 2026. The exhibition brings to the fore important questions about the interaction between technology and humans, considering how larger societal shifts […]
The Queens Night Market is a large, family-friendly open-air night market in Queens, featuring over 100 independent vendors selling merchandise, art, and food and featuring small-scale cultural performances, all celebrating the rich cultural diversity and heritage of NYC and Queens. Every Saturday from 4pm to midnight April.18 to August 22 and September 19 to October 31. […]
Yoshitaka Amano (b. 1952, Shizuoka, Japan) creates worlds. It’s something he’s done since he was fifteen, when he moved to Tokyo and began working as a character designer for an anime studio. There, drawing was always an act of translation. His task was to convert narrative into illustrated concepts, drawings that would become the connective […]
Move what’s inside, outside. Move what’s outside, inside. What happens when something you’re carrying inside—a feeling, question, image, memory, impulse—gets to take shape in the world around you? And what happens when the world answers back? Over six gatherings, we’ll use the Moving Rasa Discovery Cards to improvise between our inner and outer worlds. We […]
47 Canal announces its inaugural exhibition at the gallery’s new Chelsea location: “Auld Lang Syne (prelude)”, a solo presentation of new work by New York–based artist Cici Wu (b. 1989, Beijing; raised in Hong Kong). This is Wu’s third solo show with the gallery, following her previous exhibitions “Lantern Strike” (2021) and “Upon Leaving the […]
Immigration is never a single arrival but an ongoing process of becoming. Beyond legal status and paperwork, immigrants navigate displacement, alienation, adaptation, and the long, sometimes complicated journey toward belonging. What did you have to learn to survive and build a life in the United States? What did you choose to carry with you from […]
Be drawn into the world of manga. Art of Manga is the first major exhibition in the Americas to explore manga—Japanese comics and graphic novels—as an art form. Marking its East Coast debut, the Brooklyn Museum’s presentation is packed with more than 600 drawings that showcase manga’s immersive power and social impact. Don’t miss this rare […]
Gen’ichirō Inokuma’s NYC Salon is the first New York solo museum exhibition of the Japanese modern artist Gen’ichirō Inokuma (1902–1993). Organized by Japan Society Gallery in collaboration with the Marugame Genichiro-Inokuma Museum of Contemporary Art (MIMOCA) in Marugame, Japan, the exhibition explores Inokuma’s paintings shown at the Willard Gallery and various multimedia works created during his […]
For nearly twenty years, Larry Yee has been the heart and soul of the Yee Fung Toy Family Association, a fraternal organization in San Francisco’s iconic Chinatown. But to his daughter Lauren, a playwright living in New York, the association is an obsolete relic of a vanishing world. When Larry suddenly disappears, Lauren sets off on a […]
Community art project benefitting our migrant/immigrant and asylum seeking neighbors. Tailsmans are on display at King Manor Museum. The exhibition & auction end on November 7. Organized by Dani Song and the Craft of Art Collective. Across cultures, charms, amulets, and keepsakes serve as physical manifestations of care. This project reimagines the talisman as a […]
📞 Pick up the phone. Make the call. Get out the vote! Join APA VOICE as we Get Out The Vote in NYS! This year, New York State is voting on positions for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Senate, State Assembly, Comptroller, Congress, Attorney General, and five ballot proposals, and community members have already shared confusion […]
Picto New York presents 妖怪と風景 Yōkai and Landscapes, an exhibition of photographs by Yuji Watanabe, curated by Charli Sas. Have you ever glimpsed a figure on an empty road, then looked again and found no one? Or looked into a mirror a little too long, until the face looking back didn't quite seem to be […]
I’m thrilled and grateful to share that my solo show opens at Flohaus @flohaus_gallery next Wed. 10/21. I’d love for you to join me at the opening, 6-8pm. The show runs through 11/12, so please feel free to drop by anytime.
Hilda Shen’s Their Landscapes inaugurates Solo Artist Projects (SAP), a MOCA initiative dedicated to presenting compelling artistic voices through one-person exhibitions of new work. The Brooklyn-based artist will present an arrangement of recent ceramic sculptures and prints in the museum’s Cheng Gallery. Shen’s artistic practice is characterized by an inquisitive scrutiny of nature and an instinct for […]
We’re returning to Mando-pop for a night dedicated to one of Taiwan’s most iconic voices: A-Mei Chang (張惠妹). Since her debut in 1996, A-Mei has become a household name across the Mandarin-speaking world, known for her powerhouse vocals, commanding stage presence, and ability to move effortlessly between ballads, dance-pop, rock, R&B, and more. Her catalog […]
A Funder Briefing on Securing Economic Justice for AANHPI Women+ and Families On Zoom - Monday, October 26, 2026 | 10:00-11:00 AM PT / 1:00-2:00 PM ET Motherhood and caregiving are foundational to to the nation’s health and well-being as well as its economy, yet caregiving and caregivers remains structurally underfunded and deeply undervalued. Economic […]
Lainie Sakakura and Asian American and Pacific Islander Broadway veterans reflect on their history and the modern theater landscape. We are celebrating the Asian American and Pacific Islander Broadway veterans who have defied the odds to perform in five or more Broadway productions. Join moderator Lainie Sakakura for an insightful conversation with Albert Guerzon, Ann […]
We all know cooks whose fingertips seem to infuse every meal with deliciousness. In Korean, that magic touch is called sohn-mat, or “hand taste”―but you don’t have to be born with it. Esther Choi picked hers up from her halmoni, or grandmother, who used her hands for everything from smearing cabbage with pepper paste to make […]
Bestselling author Marie Lu is back with another exciting young adult fantasy novel Mortal Things. On a journey to save her best friend, Rose Lin Fairchild is forced to test her abilities against the gods and unravel the truth of the immortal world. How far is Rose willing to go? If you loved her Legend series, then you're […]
How can artists use their creative practice to respond to the moment, build solidarity, and support the communities they care about? Join us for an interactive workshop exploring the intersection of art, activism, and community-building with multidisciplinary artist and activist Perry Yung, co-founder of SLANT Performance Group. Inspired by the legacy of New York City’s […]
Join us for a timely conversation with NPR journalist Emily Feng on her groundbreaking new book Our Hearts Burned for Home: Uyghur Militants in Syria’s Civil War (Columbia Global Reports, October 2026), an extraordinary work of reportage tracing one of the most surprising and consequential stories to emerge from the global war on terror. Drawing on years of reporting […]
Chai & Chat is back at Green Leaf Bistro! As the seasons change, we’re welcoming fall with another gathering filled with connection, conversation, and sisterhood. 💛 Chai & Chat is our monthly women’s unwind circle—a space to slow down, share stories, build meaningful connections, and simply enjoy being in community with one another. Whether you’re […]
Brooklyn Kura launched in 2016 in Brooklyn, NY, breaking ground as New York’s first sake brewery. Over the past 10 years, Brooklyn Kura would provide sake education and awareness far beyond NYC and fundamentally change the trajectory of the American sake landscape. Tonight, Brandon Doughan, Co-Founder and Master Brewer of Brooklyn Kura, speaks about the […]
David Zwirner is pleased to present an exhibition by Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara (b. 1959) featuring new paintings and drawings, recent sculptures, and early works selected by the artist. Spanning the gallery’s 537 West 20th Street and 533 West 19th Street locations in New York, this exhibition will be the artist’s first solo presentation with David Zwirner […]
Take a step toward protecting your lung health. Join us for mobile lung cancer screening with a quick, painless low-dose CT scan that takes about 5 minutes. Early detection matters! Share this with friends and family who may benefit. Please note: screening eligibility requirements apply. 📅 Thursday, October 29th | 2 PM –6 PM 📍 […]
A Poets & Writers First Fiction 2026 Debut SelectionIn the late 1970s, Ziad Idilbi a Palestinian refugee from Lebanon, marries Salma, a Lebanese refugee escaping the war in Beirut. Resolving to start over for the very last time, the couple opens a corner store in Toledo, Ohio. Over the decades, whether it’s bigotry (pre- and post-9/11), […]
Enjoy free Museum admission and guided tours, drink specials, and more in Asia Society's gorgeous Garden Court at our monthly Leo Bar happy hour. AsiaStore will be open and all attendees can get 10% off their purchases. The exhibitions on view include: Buddha and Shiva, Lotus and Dragon: Celebrating 70 Years of Asia Society and […]
Writer and poet Ocean Vuong began taking photographs as a teenager. With a borrowed Nikon camera in hand, he captured intimate scenes in the nail salon where his mother worked for decades and documented the post-industrial landscapes and abandoned mills of Hartford, Connecticut, where his family settled after leaving Vietnam in the wake of the […]
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, […]
Author Anisa Rahim will discuss her book, An American Meo, a hybrid work of nonfiction, fiction, and myth that explores identity, heritage, and the weight of generational memory.
Join us for a lively conversation on the rise of China's migrant worker literature, bringing the voices and lived experiences of the country’s vast internal migrant population into the literary mainstream. We will be joined by Xiao Hai, author of Adrift in the South (Granta, April 2026), a gripping autobiographical account of his 23 years as a migrant […]
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 […]
Nocturnal Flavors by Day Bypass the usual daytime routines this Halloween, October 31st. Padma Pastry and Knead for Spice are taking over Myrtle Wombat to host an afternoon popup dedicated to the art of the Bengali Gothic dessert. Spend your afternoon indulging in spices, velvet textures, and dark botanical pairings designed to pull you entirely […]
In anticipation of the fifth issue of Narrow Margin, a quarterly magazine of film criticism, its editors will present Kiyoshi Kurosawa’s Retribution (2006) on Halloween night. The forthcoming issue pairs Kurosawa, contemporary cinema’s greatest chronicler of anomie and social malaise, with one of his most important influences, the perennially underrated Richard Fleischer. Retribution Kiyoshi Kurosawa, […]
Slanty Eyed Mama is two good asian girls gone bad-assed. Award-winning Lyricist and singer Kate Rigg (Lady-K) and electric violinist Lyris Hung met while studying at the Juilliard School and began collaborating on creating a fresh American Asian sound combining rock spoken word and comedy. They have been invited twice to the Smithsonian Institute, headlined […]
We’re joining @salute.community and @southasiantrailblazers for a FREE virtual screening of Seat at the Table ahead of the midterms! Watch the stories of South Asian American candidates, families, and organizers, and reflect with us on representation, belonging, and what it means to show up for our communities beyond Election Day. Invite a friend, share with […]
Flushing Town Hall celebrates its 12th annual Diwali, the Festival of Light, with food, dance, music, and art for audiences of all ages. The fun-filled afternoon features a performance by Kathak classical dancer Abha Roy, her Srijan Dance Company, and special guests!
Join us for our next cozy book club & author talk with P. Paramita, featuring the new book Appetite! We're so excited to invite you to this special event at Pyo Chai in Astoria. Think of this like an author talk, book club, and reading party all in one. Join us for an afternoon of: […]
Use coupon code A430 at checkout for a 30% discount Join us in an intimate conversation with three important theatermakers on the New York premiere of Lauren Yee’s play, King of the Yees, at Signature Theatre (running from October 6 - November 15). Playwright and screenwriter Lauren Yee, Tony-winning actor Francis Jue and playwright David Henry Hwang talk about sharing the notion of family in […]
Marking the 75th anniversary of Akari, this exhibition explores the enduring significance of Isamu Noguchi’s pioneering light sculptures. Isamu Noguchi created his first paper and bamboo light sculptures during a 1951 visit to Gifu that inspired him to reimagine the possibilities of traditional Japanese chochin lanterns. While Noguchi maintained their handmade collapsible structure, he equipped […]
A dynamic half-day gathering exploring how AAPI leaders can help shape the future of artificial intelligence, storytelling, culture, and representation. Get in depth take-aways through thought-provoking keynotes, panels, an interactive […]
What does “America” sound like in your own words? In this workshop with novelist Ed Lin, you’ll explore that question on the page, drawing from your lived experience, family stories, […]
Kind-hearted Mija (Yun Jung-hee) is tasked with raising her troubled teenage grandson, Jong-wook, while her daughter works in far-off Busan. In denial that her abilities as a caregiver are threatened […]
An original comedy about a Pakistani American woman navigating love, family, and tradition as her mother constantly "arranges" her marriage.] ‘"Arrangements" is an original comedy by playwright, producer, and award-winning journalist Jasmine Amjad that explores identity, family, faith, and the pressures of tradition through the story of a Pakistani American woman navigating love while her […]
Naturalization English Conversation Classes with free dinner! If you or someone you know has already applied for the Naturalization test and will take the exam in English, please join AAFE’s 25-week class that will provide support and preparation along the naturalization process. The class is free and includes a free dinner! The classes run from […]
RSVP Red Canary Song activates CTHQ with performances on the occasion of the premiere of The Whores Feast. Filmed over a shared dinner with organizers and collaborators, the film reflects on nourishment, labor, chosen family, and the collective practices of care that sustain communities through ongoing precarity. Red Canary Song is a grassroots organization of Asian […]
What happens on the other side of the hiring desk, and how can understanding that process help you navigate your next career move? Join the Museum of Chinese in America […]
Join us for a panel with Caroline Choe, Jimin Han, Patricia Park, and Hyeseung Song for a cozy night discussing food motivation in their books, along with some shared autumn […]
CONTEMPORARY DANCE | INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE Friday, November 6 at 7:30 pm—Followed by a Private Gathering for Artists and Members Saturday, November 7 at 7:30 pm—Followed by an Artist Q&A A sudden force in the Asian dance scene, the sharp choreographic provocateur Reisa Shimojima and her Tokyo-based company KEDAGORO arrive in New York with The Age is Yours, My Liege! A Tale […]
Audrey Thao Berger and Noah Wang present a program of movement, music, color, and creative communing. Born out of over a decade of enduring artistic sharing and friendship, Audrey and Noah are thrilled to present their first triple-bill production together, featuring new and returning dance works. PROGRAM: slower than speed could calculate — Premiere Infinite […]
Join us as we celebrate the Festival of Lights with five days of puja and aarti. Due to the large amount of devotees that want to attend, Kali Puja on Saturday and Aarti on Saturday and Sunday is by reservation only. How reservations work Registration is free. You can add a sponsorship when you book […]
Join us for a Lunch and Learn film screening and filmmaker discussion of Defiant to the Last: Resistance at Tule Lake, which tells the story of the Tule Lake Segregation […]
A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body! Join us for our upcoming workshop, hosted by the Community Support Department, to learn about mental wellness, emotional well-being, and healthy aging.
This engaging conversation explores how pop culture and social media have dramatically reshaped how Asian identity, beauty, and belonging are perceived, performed, and consumed online. Featuring author Kaila Yu (Fetishized: A Reckoning with Yellow Fever, Feminism, and Beauty) and moderated by Joan King (Kinda Korean: Stories from an American Life), the two will examine the […]
Join us for our biweekly Riichi learn-and-play event. Beginners and veterans alike are welcome to come out and toss some tiles around! Note: We have recently moved to a new location, 35 West 35th Street, just one block down from our old location. If you've joined us before, please make sure that you come find […]
In 1998, eighteen-year-old Jonathan See Lim, known as “TIE” or “Tie One,” was shot and killed in San Francisco’s Tenderloin district. A prolific graffiti artist, Lim was painting on a building when he pleaded for his life with his killer, a resident who claimed self-defense. Though no hate crime charges were filed, many in the […]
Diwali, often known as the festival of lights, is celebrated in South Asia, by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists. It symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, […]
An Inaugural Identity Symposium, Exploring Identity, Heritage, and Community Across Generations. Tickets are limited; Registration required in advance by Wednesday, Nov. 4. As the Okinawan community evolves across generations, geographies, […]
“Tough Being Corky Lee” music video will be premiering at the 20th Annual KAFFNY Showcase on November 7th! I have so much to be grateful for and so many people […]
Organized annually, the CU Taiko Festival is a large musical performance event designed to celebrate traditional Japanese drumming, fulfilling our mission of sharing the art of Taiko with the Columbia […]
NISHIMONAI BON ODORI (Akita Prefecture) Nishimonai Bon Odori is a traditional Bon dance with a history of approximately 700 years, and it was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage […]
Join us for a sushi-making workshop at Japan Village!🇯🇵 Learn about the basics of sushi and rice preparation, then make your own California roll with the option to make a second roll of tuna or salmon. Tea will be served at the end of the class and each participant will get their bamboo sushi mat […]
How do you connect with your parents when they don't speak English and you're not fluent in their Chinese languages? For Annie, through a family secret. When Annie learns she's related to Vincent Chin, a man whose 1982 Detroit murder started an Asian American movement, she seeks out the story, wanting to make something of […]
Use promo code AEARTIST for $60 off the regular $125 Fan ticket price for artists, cultural workers, and artist-adjacent friends Join ArteEast’s 23rd Anniversary Benefit, celebrating over two decades of presenting and amplifying SWANA arts and culture. Your ticket includes a full evening of live performances, music, dancing, an open bar, delicious mezze, beautiful company […]
2026 AiR Yuki Kawahisa presents her second movement workshop that examines the beauty and narrative potential of stillness and silence. 2026 AiR Yuki Kawahisa presents the second iteration of a […]
Fan-Favorite Recipes from K-Pop, K-Dramas & More with Judy Joo In Korean pop culture, as in Korean life, food plays a starring role. From Instagram-ready dalgona coffee to cheese-filled, sugar-sprinkled corndogs, Korean trends are taking over, both on-screen and in the kitchen. The groundbreaking global sensation KPop Demon Hunters dethroned the captivating survival drama Squid […]
🎊Celebrate the Festival of Lights with LSC After Dark at @surati.inc 's Annual Diwali Gala & Festival!✨ Join us on November 10 from 5 - 11 PM for the very […]
This is not a dry academic talk. Expect storytelling, humor, surprising insights, and plenty of “wait… that’s actually true” moments. How Did Korean Music Take Over the World? From BTS and BLACKPINK to KPop Demon Hunters, Korean music has become nearly impossible to ignore. But K-pop didn't appear out of nowhere. For the next PHDs […]
Commemorate the legacy of the Chinese American WWII veteran in your family as we celebrate America's 250" birthday together. March with a 20x30 photo board of the veteran from your family in the 2026 NYC Veterans Day Parade. Honor the 20,000 Chinese American WWII veterans that served with loyalty and distinction. Chinese American History is […]
Margaret Cho Presents Charlene Kaye Tiger Daughter: Or, How I Brought My Immigrant Mother Ultimate Shame Get ready for laughter, tears, and rock and roll glory as rising star Charlene Kaye records the comedy special of her hit solo show, TIGER DAUGHTER: OR, HOW I BROUGHT MY IMMIGRANT MOTHER ULTIMATE SHAME. The show follows sold-out […]
What does “America” sound like in your own words? In this workshop with novelist Ed Lin, you’ll explore that question on the page, drawing from your lived experience, family stories, and everyday language. This workshop session is free of charge, and funded by a grant from the NEA. Address provided upon registration. Hosted by the […]
Daily Diversions is a performance work about community building through the practice of table tennis, created in collaboration with table tennis players from around the world and a multigenerational group of dancers during Cherrie Yu’s Performance AIRspace Residency . Daily Diversions explores the shared vocabulary between postmodern dance and everyday athleticism. Cherrie Yu has been […]
Join us at Asia Society's New York headquarters for a special evening featuring renowned artist and architectural designer Maya Lin. As part of our 70th-anniversary milestone series, she will share her perspectives on how creative practice engages with memory, landscape, and the natural environment. The discussion will explore how art, architectural design, and environmental thinking foster […]
Inspired by MOCA’s special exhibition Ed Young’s Bright Worlds, the Chinese Arts Workshop Series at the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites participants to explore traditional and contemporary Chinese […]
On Thursday, Nov. 12, the South Asian Journalist Association (SAJA) and the Arab Middle Eastern Journalist Association (AMEJA) are teaming up to host a panel on covering our communities at a time when they are not only experiencing more representation in American politics and society, but also more pushback — targeting by ICE, a rise […]
Experience Jeevika Bhat's Miyan. Pepatián presents, Dancing Futures: Jeevika Bhat Miyan explores the magical music of Tansen, a legendary 16th century musical prodigy who pioneered the Hindustani Gwalior Gharana. Born mute, it is mythologized that Tansen was mystically gifted with the ability to sing, and grew up to master magical raagas which calmed rogue elephants, […]
Sold out every year since our first in 2023! Join us on November 13 in New York City for KACF's annual Women's Luncheon, bringing together #KoreanAmerican women leaders across industries and generations for an inspiring afternoon of connection, celebration, and collective action. We're proud to feature three extraordinary women—@rosakwoneaston, shinnsochung, and @lizziesarge—who will share their […]
Director/co-producer Larry Tung alongside co-producer Mehrunnisa Wani will screen and discuss their documentary Invisible No More (2025), a project funded by a 2024 Betty Lee Research Endowment Fund award, highlighting how Asian Americans are no longer just an emerging force in New York City politics, but are making sweeping strides at all levels of government. Focusing particularly […]
AAPI New Jersey will host its fourth annual Luminary Gala on Friday, November 13, 2026 at The Grove in Cedar Grove, NJ, under the theme “Bloom here. Belong here.” The […]
From 12-pour sake tastings to an exclusive 8-course VIP pairing, discover a whole new world of sake at The Sake Loft. Your Next Favorite Sake Is Waiting in Brooklyn. 🍶 30+ sake profiles. Japanese food, art & culture. One unforgettable experience right before the holiday season starts. Meet Our Sake Partners The Sake Loft will […]
Calling all lovers of manga and anime–it’s time to unleash your inner artist! This stand-alone session will get you well on your way to mastering the style of Japan’s most popular export. Under the guidance of a professional illustrator, you’ll learn how to draw faces and full body poses of characters from hit series like […]
A one-day celebration of Pakistani and Pakistani American creativity, bringing together artists, filmmakers, musicians, and entrepreneurs. PAAC ’26 — Pakistani-American Artists’ Convention is a one-day celebration of Pakistani and Pakistani-American […]
Join AAEdu for a screening of Southeast Asian American Journeys. CTLE provided! The Asian American Education Project (AAEdu) is hosting a series of FREE K-12 educator events throughout Fall 2026 […]
WORLD PREMIERE When 19-year-old Chinatown native Danny Chen dies while serving in Afghanistan, the official account raises troubling questions for the family who knew his ambitions and devotion to loved ones. As disturbing details surrounding his final weeks emerge, his grieving parents and New York community mobilize to uncover the truth. Both an intimate investigation […]
Jiva Performing Arts invites you to an intimate afternoon of Carnatic music as part of our ongoing Baithak Series, bringing artists and audiences together in a space that encourages listening, connection, and a shared appreciation of music. This special gathering features Shiv Subramaniam on vocals, accompanied by Tanisha Srivatsa on violin, Bala Skandan on mridangam, and […]
An eight-part series of online classes with Annette Gordon-Reed, Joshua Cohen, Colm Tóibín, Viet Thanh Nguyen, and more Starting this June, Library of America presents an eight-part series of online […]
Asian Americans have been organizing, protesting, and fighting for change for generations. But how much of that history, if any, did you learn in school? From the Ghadar Party's fight for Indian independence to the movement for Justice for Vincent Chin and the multiracial student Third World Liberation Front strikes that helped establish Ethnic Studies […]
This year’s theme, “The Light We Carry Together,” celebrates the individuals, businesses, and organizations whose service and leadership continue to illuminate Chinatown’s path forward. For twenty years, Chinatown Partnership has worked alongside the community to preserve our neighborhood’s heritage while building a more resilient and vibrant future. This anniversary gala honors the light each of […]
Join us for Halfway to 50!, Chhaya’s 25th Anniversary Gala on November 18. We’ll come together to celebrate our work with South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities and recognize the people who have helped shape Chhaya over the past 25 years. We’re pleased to welcome Emmy Award-winning reporter and anchor Jennifer Bisram (@jenniferbisram) as our emcee. […]
One night only! Join us for a special concert with the Aga Khan Master Musicians, with Vincent Peirani & Vincent Ségal. The artist collective of Aga Khan Master Musicians was formed through the Aga Khan Music Programme, a multi-faceted education, performance, production, commissioning, and awards platform that convenes leading artists from the Eastern and Mediterranean worlds to […]
Rabbit God: A Queer Chinese Fantasy is a contemporary dance-theater work rooted in the folklore, mythology, and spiritual traditions of Fujian, China. Blending contemporary dance, martial arts staff work, immersive projection, and theatrical storytelling, the piece transports audiences into a fantastical world where ancient myth collides with a queer present. Inspired by the legend of […]
Join us for a very special screening of the documentary film "Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story," which follows one Queens-based photographer’s epic quest to document Asian American history, culture, and activism for five decades. Using his camera as a “weapon against injustice,” Chinese American photographer Corky Lee’s art is his activism. His unforgettable images […]
70 After Dark: Festival of Light Celebrate the close of Asia Society's 70th anniversary with 70 After Dark: Festival of Light, an immersive evening inspired by Diwali and the shared traditions […]
Amid the last breaths of Japan’s studio era as the strain of plummeting attendance and the rise of television brought the industry into collapse, Japan’s oldest film studio, Nikkatsu, abandoned mainstream productions in favor of erotica. An unprecedented move by any measure, Nikkatsu’s decision established the legendary Roman Porno, a prestige line of studio-backed softcore […]
Welcome to Chinatown’s Holiday Market is back! ⏱️ Market Hours: Thu 12-6, Fri 12-8, Sat 12-8, Sun 12-6 Join us for festive & merry shopping while supporting local, small businesses, makers, and brands that make celebrate the uniqueness and strength of Chinatown & the AAPI community. Think handmade gifts, holiday treats, local eats, and plenty […]
Step away from the rush of the city and enjoy an evening of art, music, language, and connection. From October 2026 through May 2027, China Institute’s Calligraphy, Music & Mandarin Meetup returns for a new season, bringing together three engaging ways to experience Chinese culture in one evening. This month, enjoy live performances featuring pipa […]
Join us at Asia Society for a special conversation with Jung Chang, the internationally acclaimed author of the multimillion-copy bestseller Wild Swans, as she discusses her powerful new memoir, Fly, Wild Swans: My Mother, Myself, and China (Harper, January 2026). Moderated by New Yorker staff writer Jiayang Fan, this event offers a rare opportunity to hear from one of the most influential […]
LITERARY ECHOES: China and the World in Creative Writing | A China-U.S. Dialogue Join us at China Institute for a special literary gathering bringing together acclaimed Chinese writers Yu Hua and Xi Chuan, alongside writers, translators, and scholars, to explore contemporary Chinese literature and its dialogue with the world. The symposium opens with a unique […]
Join VERDEA for a hands-on matcha experience celebrating the traditions of Japanese matcha. Enjoy a flight of three different matcha expressions, explore their unique flavors, and learn more about the culture behind every cup. Then, make your own iced matcha latte and discover how VERDEA is helping Japanese matcha become a meaningful part of everyday […]
JPA Annual Performance Program: Japanese traditional dance, Yukata fashion show, Kagura, and the Big Three Bon Odori Festivals Japan Performing Arts, Inc.’s Autumn Free Public Program features “Discovery within Traditions – Ebisu / Big Three Bon Odori. Across Japan, there is a Shinto ritual dance known as Kagura, which has spread to various regions. From […]
Stretch, breathe, and unwind with Shiatsu and Chair Makko Ho. Experience Japanese wellness through mindful movement in Brooklyn! Discover the art of Japanese wellness through Shiatsu and Chair Makko Ho, guided by Kumiko Kanayama, Founder and Director of Five Lights Center of Shiatsu. Shiatsu is a Japanese bodywork practice that uses gentle pressure applied to […]
Long before KPop Demon Hunters, there was Gut, the Korean tradition of spirit-confronting performance, where music, dance, drama, ritual, and healing became one. This production of Gut: In Search of Life's Seasons offers a rare opportunity to experience the living cultural and spiritual heritage that inspired today's stories of demon hunters, performed by Jeongwook Park, […]
Burning is the searing examination of an alienated young man, Jongsu (Ah-in Yoo), a frustrated introvert whose already difficult life is complicated by the appearance of two people in his […]
🍁 FRIENDSGIVING LUNCH 2026 🍁 Good Food • Great Friends • Beautiful Memories As the year comes to an end, let's gather together to celebrate friendship, laughter, and all the wonderful memories we've shared. You're warmly invited to our Friendsgiving Potluck Lunch! 🧡 🍽️ POTLUCK STYLE Bring your favorite dish to share with everyone! Let's […]
From the critically acclaimed author of The Sense of Wonder and Craft in the Real World comes a deeply personal, poignant memoir, weaving together Salesses' multiple identities: adoptee, Asian American, husband, father, and, finally, widower. Matthew Salesses has spent his career writing about the power of storytelling, but he wasn’t prepared for the story of […]
In a bustling restaurant in both 1950s Vietnam and 1990s France, strangers gather to eat, drink, sing, argue, remember, and mourn. Across decades and continents, lives intersect as people reckon with exile, longing, and the lasting impact of history. Created by acclaimed director Caroline Guiela Nguyen, Saigon is an epic and deeply personal portrait of migration, memory, and belonging. […]
Join AAJA New York for our 2026 Holiday Cocktail Reception on Friday, December 4! We’re bringing together AAJA-NY members and supporters for a festive evening of food, drinks, music, and networking as we celebrate another year of community, journalism, and connection. With more than 500 members across the tri-state area, the New York chapter brings […]
The JAA Anniversary Gala, our annual year-end celebration, will take place on Friday, December 4, 2026, at the Harvard Club of New York City in Midtown Manhattan. Since JAA’s 100th Anniversary in 2007, the Gala has become a cherished annual tradition and one of JAA’s most important fundraising events. This year, JAA will honor Japan […]
🧘🏽♀️💛 Move. Breathe. Connect. As the 𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆, taking care of your health can look like making time to slow down, move your body, manage stress, and be in community with people who understand you. Apicha Community Health Center invites you to a series of 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗬𝗼𝗴𝗮 𝑪𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔 + 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒑𝒔, offered in both English and […]
A cup of tea can offer much more than refreshment. It can evoke memories of home, bring people together, and create a moment of quiet in a busy day. In this accessible talk, tea culture scholar Liu Feng will explore how Chinese tea traditions bring beauty, thoughtfulness, and a sense of balance to everyday life. […]