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. 12 to August 16 and September 13 to October […]
JAPAN Fes renowned as the world's largest Japanese food festival, with over 1,000,000 projected annual attendees and 2,000 vendors, we proudly host the world's largest Japanese food festival. Every Fes is set in a different neighborhood of NYC, introducing it to a slice of Japanese culture and cuisine. Our vendors have been featured in publications […]
We are an annual outdoor Chinese food & culture festival with experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs that showcases the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from China. It is a cultural platform that connects people in New York to Chinese restaurants, food vendors, artists and local communities. April 13 – Astor Place (Panda Day) […]
The Monkey King is the epitome of tricksterdom. First appearing in the 14th-century Chinese novel, “Journey to the West,” the character born as Sun Wukong embodies rebellion, individualism, and daring. He’s also the inspiration behind the stunning works in this exhibition. Curator Jerry Ma’s modern Monkey King idea began with his first exhibition at Pearl […]
The Lams of Ludlow Street Thomas Holton BAXTER ST is pleased to present The Lams of Ludlow Street, a solo exhibition by photographer Thomas Holton, presented as part of the organization’s Mid-Career Initiative. Spanning over two decades, this deeply personal body of work chronicles the evolving lives of a single Chinese-American family in Manhattan’s Chinatown, […]
Register to view the workshop recording, taking a deep dive into understanding systemic racism and global "modernity."Institutional Racism and "Modernity" (Recording)This session recording takes a deep dive into understanding systemic racism, with a focus on institutional racism as the historical engine of global “modernity.”All are welcome. We offer these trainings in order to equip you […]
Ascend Engage, our premier annual leadership development and networking conference, connects talented business professionals across the career lifecycle—offering your organization a powerful platform to elevate its brand, empower emerging leaders, and engage in high-impact learning and mentorship. for AANHPIs.. July 28-30, 2025 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL Celebrate 20 years of Ascend at […]
Megan Nakano moderates a chat with Susan Chen of Madame Susan Sauces and Teresa Ging of Sugar Bliss. **This event will be online only** Founders Susan Chen (Madame Susan Sauces) […]
Linda Tsao Yang , Former US Ambassador - “A Pioneer In Governance” Dear Friends, We are pleased to invite you to attend the fourth Committee of 100 Conversations – “Recollections, Pioneers and Heroes” event that will feature Linda Tsao Yang who will talk about “A Pioneer In Governance”. Linda Tsao Yang is a pioneer in […]
Join us for readings by Adlan Jackson, Ama Kwarteng, Kyle Carrero Lopez, May Teng, and Ruth Minah Buchwald!The Asian American Writers' Workshop is proud to host lactose intolerant (@lactoseintolerantnyc), an anti-clout reading series featuring writers of color in NYC.Join us for readings by Adlan Jackson, Ama Kwarteng, Kyle Carrero Lopez, May Teng, and Ruth Minah […]
The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) 2025 National Convention will take place in Seattle, Washington, July 30-Aug 3. This year’s theme is Forging Our Legacies, Navigating the Future. We invite attendees to explore journalism’s evolving landscape while preparing for what lies ahead. Our annual convention brings together the AAJA community, provides opportunities to meet with […]
Join us for a screening of Slumlord Millionaire, a powerful documentary that exposes the David-and-Goliath struggles for housing justice in New York City. The film shines a light on the ordinary Brooklyn residents whose courageous fights against powerful landlords and developers reveal the depth of the housing crisis in our borough. From Sunset Park to Clinton […]
This summer, the 48th edition of the Asian American International Film Festival (AAIFF) returns with in-person and online screenings, panels, and events across New York City from July 31 to August 10, 2025. Use Potluck Asian America's discount code "AAIFF48_POTLUCK" for 20% off screenings and events! Photo credits: Elena […]
The climate doesn’t care where emissions cuts come from; what matters is that the world transitions to renewable energy quickly and cheaply. If it’s significantly cheaper to install solar panels in India than on a rooftop in California, then isn’t that where they should be built? In 2005, Premal Shah co-founded Kiva.org, a global anti-poverty […]
Join AAWW for Alpha Beta Blah, a new reading series that removes the secret from secret society!The 2025 AAWW Margins fellows present “Alpha Beta Blah”, a new reading series that invites writers to come frat out with the fellows.The inaugural reading will take place on July 31st at 7 pm ET. Readers must submit a […]
In Resistance, We Find Liberation. In Community, We Find Joy. It’s hard to find joy in the midst of activism and resistance, and yet our movements depend on holding onto joy – together. Resistance is not just about struggle; it is also about healing, connection, and the radical act of embracing joy. Our organization seeks […]
Dancing Home is a heartfelt documentary tracing the artistic journey of world-renowned Paiwan choreographer Bulareyaung Pagarlava.Dancing Home is a heartfelt documentary tracing the artistic journey of world-renowned Paiwan choreographer Bulareyaung Pagarlava, a member of one of Taiwan’s Indigenous tribes, whose work is deeply rooted in nature and indigenous heritage. Presented by the Museum of Chinese […]
Through the SYEP Pride initiative, NYC's Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is proud to support SYEP participants who identify as LGBTQ+ through special programming and career exploration events. SYEP community partner […]
Join us with Small Editions, lucky risograph, Superbloom*, and Calipso Press to learn more about artist books and zines! AAAinA is thrilled to announce our summer open house collaboration with Small Editions. This event will feature short presentations by the following independent presses: Small Editions, lucky risograph, Superbloom*, and Calipso Press. Each of the selected […]
NYC's ultimate Asian stand up comedy show. Hilarious comedians as seen on Netflix, Max, Hulu, and TikTok. A+ Asian Comedy is the ultimate Asian stand up comedy show, filled with the funniest Asian comedians New York City has to offer. Our comics can be seen on Netflix, HBO, and Comedy Central, but nothing compares to […]
The 35th Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is scheduled for Aug 9th & 10th, 2025 Join us for an unforgettable weekend of vibrant culture, thrilling dragon boat races, and family-friendly fun at the 35th Annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival in New York. This year, we're honoring the Year of the Snake with a festival […]
Open Call artist duo AYDO bring together a group of artists for a panel discussion centered on themes of mythology, cosmology, and cultural inheritance, moderated by Danni Shen, curator at […]
Civil Art is pleased to invite you to a guided tour of the Open Call: Portals exhibition at The Shed, led by Dejá Belardo, Assistant Curator, Civic Programs and Visual Art. The […]
Gary Locke, Former State Governor, Secretary of Commerce and to China - "Pioneer in Government Service" Dear Friends, We are pleased to invite you to attend the fifth Committee of […]
Join Emily Mitchell-Eaton and Omar Valerio-Jiménez for a discussion of their recent publications! The panel will be moderated by Hongdeng Gao. (Please note that this event will happen via Google […]
A bestseller in Korea, The Midnight Shift by Cheon Seon-Ran is a biting, fast-paced vampire murder mystery exploring queer love and the consequences of loneliness. When four isolated elderly people die back-to-back at the same hospital by jumping out of the sixth-floor window, Su-Yeon doesn't understand why she's the only one at her precinct that seems to care. But […]
From the acclaimed author of Beating Heart Baby, an immersive novel following three estranged high schoolers who are pulled into a video game to pursue the disappearance of their friend Three years ago, Elle (the “E” in the self-proclaimed L.O.V.E. Club) disappeared from Calendula, an affluent Chinese American suburb in inland California. Soon afterward, Liberty and […]
Experience One of the Largest Gatherings of AAPI Professionals Welcome to Leadership Convention by NAAAP—where purpose meets possibility. This year, we invite you to explore the theme of Space—not only as a physical place, but as a powerful act of creation. As Space Makers, we come together to build environments that reflect our values, amplify […]
Community Care for AANHPI Elders and Caregivers - Session 2 of Honoring Our Elders: Tools for Safety and Healing in Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Communities Panelists: Mona […]
Interactive talk on showing up, speaking up and standing out at work. Learn to pitch, ace interviews, build your digital presence and more. Whether you’re starting your first internship or “corporate” job, or just trying to figure out what “professional” means in today’s remote, hybrid, or distributed world — this convo is for you. Join […]
Highlight is a reading series designed to showcase the work of playwrights of Middle Eastern, Southwest Asian, and North African descent. The 11th Highlight Reading Series includes a reading of […]
Discover the electrifying and profoundly influential films that launched Chow Yun-fat and Tony Leung Chiu-wa into international stardom. Spanning the boom years of Hong Kong cinema from the mid-80s through the early 90s, this series features 11 essential, long-unavailable works from legendary directors John Woo, Tsui Hark, Ringo Lam, and Ching Siu-tung, all presented in […]
This event will take place online over Zoom. Join us in a discussion with the creative team behind the critically acclaimed comic anthology, The Horizon Experiment, a collection of five one-shots by some […]
The Chinatown Night Market is back at Forsyth Plaza for our 5th year! Think!Chinatown's annual summer series of cultural art & food will run again at Forsyth Plaza for two […]
Come for the music. Stay for the weird, the warm, and the in-between. No One Else Says is a one-day festival celebrating emerging Asian and Asian-American voices in indie music, art, and community. We’re bringing together a bunch of our favorite artists across two stages at Japan Village—live bands, DJs, ambient sets, and experimental sounds […]
Bring your bestie, beach towels, and sunscreen, and come soak up all the sun and good vibes!🏖️ Our annual Muslim Women's Beach Day is BACK! Join us for a joyful day by the water, created just for Muslim women to relax, connect, and celebrate each other.☀️ Bring your beach blankets, sunscreen, friends, and family, and […]
Be a part of the inaugural Queens Storytelling Festival, an all-day to late-night festival featuring local NYC storytellers. Festival programs include live performances, panelists who will discuss their craft and […]
Join us for a vibrant celebration of Indian culture, music, and heritage in the heart of New York City. The parade will feature colorful floats, traditional dances, live music, and delicious food. Sunday, August 17th 2025 India Day Parade NYC: Madison Ave. from E38th St to E27th St Food Fest & Booths: E26th St from […]
This summer, step into the culture of Asia — all in one bite. The Asian Foodways Workshop at Flushing Town Hall invites you to roll up your sleeves and experience […]
Join us for a storytelling experience rooted in myth, imagination, and family legacy.Artist Workshop: Family StorytellingSunday, August 17, 2025 | TBDJoin us for a storytelling experience rooted in myth, imagination, and family legacy. We'll read the ancient Japanese tale of Urashima Taro, a story dating back to the 8th century about a fisherman whose life […]
Join us for a critical conversation on supporting survivors in MENA communities! (MENA: Middle Eastern, North African) Hosted by API-GBV Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence Peaceful Families Project, and […]
Despite being home to one of the largest diasporas in the world, shaped by centuries of migration, trade, and shared borders, Pakistani food remains poorly understood. But that may be starting to change. Join us for a conversation with Maryam Jillani, author of the cookbook Pakistan; Pervaiz Shallwani, Senior Writer and Editor at Bon Appétit; […]
Use "HKB30" when you purchase your tickets for a 30% discount! An eternal love that defies all expectations. Reimagined by an international team of creative minds together with Hong Kong Ballet’s Choreographer-in-Residence Hu Song Wei Ricky and Mai Jingwen, The Butterfly Lovers is a legendary Chinese folktale about humble scholar Liang Shanbo and aristocratic heiress […]
For this Book Club discussion with the author, we'll be discussing Background: A Short Story. Read it first here! From the critically-acclaimed author of Disorientation, a multi-genre story collection that explores the limits and possibilities of storytelling. A mail order bride from Taiwan is packed up in a cardboard box and sent via express shipping to California, where her […]
A Standup Comedy Show featuring the best South Asian Comedians in New York City! Laughing Lassi is the premier comedy show bringing together the funniest South Asian comedians from New York City and around the globe. As featured in TimeOut NYC, The New Yorker, India Tribune, and the New York Comedy Festival, this monthly event […]
Get ready to sashay and savor the best dim sum in NYC while enjoying fabulous drag performances at our Dim Sum Divas Drag Brunch! Dim Sum Divas is ready for some KPOP! 🎤 Get ready for a fabulous afternoon filled with delicious dim sum, dazzling drag performances, and unforgettable moments. Join us at MEILI on […]
In partnership with the Stanford Asian Pacific American Alumni Club, Serica is proud to host a virtual conversation with Yiming Ma, author of the debut, These Memories Do Not Belong […]
Join us for an event with illustrator Ria Sim (@coffeecakescafe), discussing her recent art book Dear New York, I Love You: An Artist's Celebration of the City. Joining Ria in conversation is photographer and #1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Stanton (@humansofny). This event will be hosted in the Strand Book Store's 3rd floor Rare Book Room at 828 Broadway on 12th Street. […]
Memoirs (Act 2) is the second act of GUT (굿), a three-act autobiographical hybrid/dance work and the fifth and final installment of Soomi Kim’s series exploring mortality in Korean and Asian American lives. Act 2: Memoirs examine the complex legacy between a Korean American daughter and her immigrant father, as she pieces together the history […]
What happened when chop suey, a Chinese dish with American roots, encountered Jewish customers in New York at the turn of the century? A new Center for Women’s History installation in the Joyce B. Cowin Women’s History Niche sheds light on the vibrant, gastronomic collaboration between two ethnic communities. From debates in the Yiddish press […]
Join CNN’s Emmy Award-winning chief medical correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta for a conversation about the mystery of chronic pain, and how to eliminate it from your life — and Gupta’s […]
Habibi Tech Summit 2025 is the premier gathering for Muslim leaders shaping the future of AI across industries and ethics. Habibi Tech Summit 2025: Muslim Leadership in the Age of AI This is not just a tech conference—it’s a call to action. From the printing press to the internet, every era has been shaped by […]
Celebrate 80 years of 9-Man with an evening of food, music, and local vendors in the heart of Chinatown. This special community event honors the legacy of the game and the people who’ve built it—on and off the court. Whether you’re a longtime player or just discovering 9-Man, come experience the culture and community that […]