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 […]
The New York Sari showcases the deep influence that South Asians have had on the culture of New York City and how individuals have drawn strength from tradition while looking clearly towards a bolder future of inclusion and progress. The New York Sari centers the sari as an essential part of the cultural fabric of New […]
In 2001, artist Kip Fulbeck began traveling the country photographing multiracial individuals of all ages and walks of life. Fulbeck’s work sought to address in words and images the one question that Hapa people are frequently asked — What are you? After photographing more than 1,200 people, the project culminated in the landmark book and exhibition Kip Fulbeck: […]
The first-ever exhibition at The New York Public Library to explore the history of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) immigration to NYC, Niyū Yūrk highlights how the city has shaped the lives, identities, and creative practices of MENA communities, artists, and writers, while celebrating their enduring contributions to the city's cultural landscape and place in global […]
Investigate Rasa—the felt essence of experience—using the Moving Rasa framework in community to ask life questions, try practices, and integrate what you notice. On Limited Sundays, 2–5pm • Jan 25 – Mar 8 • Prime Produce (424 W 54th St) What you’ll take away An inquiry method: the Moving Rasa framework for asking life questions […]
Localized History Project and Asian American Education Project are building NYC's AAPI Studies Curriculum! Come learn Queens AAPI History. The Localized History Project@AAARI-CUNY and The Asian American Eduation Project are working to build NYC's AAPI Studies Curriculum, and support educators, students, and community learn and incorporate localized NYC AAPI history into their classroom. In this […]
True, personal stories about science The Story Collider is a storytelling show dedicated to bringing true, personal stories about science to audiences around the world. Each month we bring five storytellers to the stage to tell their stories of how science impacted their lives in touching, funny, and interesting ways. Join us for an evening […]
Racial Equity training designed to equip participants with shared language, analysis and tools to advance racial justice.Sliding Scale Ticket ModelLearn more about our ticket prices here: https://bit.ly/RFTicketInfoIn a moment unlike any we have faced as a global community, Race Forward believes that Racial Justice is more important than ever. In order to embed Racial Equity […]
Join APIAVote, AAPI Data, AAJA, and NCAPA for the next installment of the Voices of AAPI Communities monthly briefing, where we’ll dive deep into the latest survey insights from AAPI […]
Join DWN for this "Introduction to Detention" webinar to learn about the history of immigrant detention, the role of ICE, and how to take action to help abolish immigrant detention […]
Standing Above the Clouds highlights the movement to protect Mauna Kea through the intergenerational stories of women in three Native Hawaiian families as they stand for the sacred mountain. The film follows teacher and community organizer Pua Case and her two daughters — artist-activists Hāwane Rios and Kapulei Flores — who have been called to […]
Ai Yah Goy Vey! Adventures of a Dim Son in Search of His Wanton Father World Premiere Lunar New Year Special - $50 tickets (+ fees) Use promo code YEAROFTHEHORSE Valid for performances through February 17 Pan Asian Repertory Theatre, Tisa Chang, Founding Artistic Director, will celebrate the New Year with the World Premiere of […]
The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative “Advice and Networking Event - Industrial" Jan 29, 2026 Call for Advisors The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative “An Advice and Networking Event (Industrial)" January 29, 2026 from 6 pm ET to 7:15 pm ET We are pleased to invite you to the […]
This workshop offers practical strategies and insights for confronting power dynamics to advance racial justice in organizations.This workshop focuses on the role of power when addressing systemic racism and advancing racial justice. Systemic racism is a system of power–hierarchical, coercive, and oppressive power–based on race. Racial justice, to be achieved and sustained, also requires power–inclusive, […]
Birthright citizenship—a cornerstone of the 14th Amendment—is once again under attack. In partnership with Asian Law Caucus, this lunch and learn will explore the history and ongoing relevance of the […]
Kick off Lunar New Year with a night that’s equal parts play, culture, and connection. Join CINGS (China Institute Next Generation x The Serica Initiative) x Chop Suey Club for a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration featuring Mahjong, games, drinks, delicious bites, and community, all set inside the China Institute in the heart of NYC. […]
Laughing Lassi brings the funniest South Asian comedians from NYC and around the world to one stage. After four years of sold-out shows, we’re kicking off 2026 with a killer lineup and fresh programming! This year, not only do we keep our optional after-party — we’re introducing a brand-new audience spotlight segment! 🔥 One lucky […]
The Equity Pulse is a monthly webinar series that translates the State of Chinese Americans Survey insights into policy-relevant public education. The series focuses on policy issues that disproportionately affect […]
Tuesday, February 3, 6:30–8:30pm. It will still take place at Prime Produce, 424 W 54th Street, New York, NY 10019. For our first Town Hall of the year, A4 is focused on fashion. Designers and leaders in fashion are invited to share their projects, resources, and opportunities with the AAPI creative community, as well as […]
Join us for a collaborative workshop exploring the ways Asian Americans relate to nature through reflections on migration, labor, and place! Asian Americans & Nature Join us on Tuesday, February […]
Join Potluck Asian America for AANHPI night for a preview performance of Mother Russia, the newest play by acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Lauren Yee. TWO TYPES OF TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE: Exclusive meet and greet reception with playwright Lauren Yee at 6pm and VIP seating for the preview performance of Mother Russia at 7pm on February 4 for […]
Join the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA) for a virtual community briefing, "ICE Funding and Community Rights: What AAPIs Need to Know." Hear timely updates on immigration enforcement […]
Graphic novels (memoirs and nonfiction) and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this workshop, educators will learn the scholarship and research […]
Buy tickets from $39 using code CR39. Coming to Roundabout Theatre this winter, Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Playwright Alex Lin and Award-Winning Director Chay Yew. Three high-powered businesswomen meet for lunch every month to discuss their latest career triumphs, as they’ve done for decades. But the […]
AAPI Women Lead is partnering up with Kalaya’an Mendoza again for a virtual workshop where Kala will teach attendees the basics of protest safety & situational awareness. This is ideal […]
A spirited gathering celebrating vision, talent, and community. A signature NYAFF blend of discovery, delight, and genuinely good vibes. Attire: Festive Cocktail Highlights Night Market Experience Cocktail reception-style with Night Market tasting stations from top NYC Asian restaurants, curated beverages, and night-market energy carried by music that moves you. Not a ho-hum dinner!! INDUSTRY LOUNGE […]
The VSPS 2026 theme is Dance and Social Change.Mark DeGarmo Dance’s 16th annual interactive Virtual Salon Performance Series for Social Change (VSPS) presents 12 Global Choreographers with 4 Alternate Artists on Thursdays, Feb. 5, Mar. 5, & Apr. 2 at 7:00 PM ET via Live Zoom* with the VSPS 2026 theme Dance and Social Change.MDD’s […]
We’ll be open every weekend in February: Fridays to Sundays from 12pm to 6pm. After such a joyous, successful, packed Holiday Market, WE’RE RETURNING TO NEW KAM MAN FOR OUR LUNAR YEAR TRADITIONS VILLAGE. The Village will be a place to celebrate, shop and learn how to ring in the year of the fire horse. […]
Celebrate community and storytelling with "Joyeeta" — a night full of joy and connection! ✨ Join Apicha Community Health Center and LAAL NYC for a special community screening of Joyeeta (Victorious), a documentary uplifting the stories of Bangladeshi immigrant women navigating life, language, isolation, gender roles, and resilience in New York City! The film highlights […]
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Kitsby’s indoor market with 60+ AAPI vendors, food, art, and community in LIC. Join Kitsby for our Lunar New Year Night Market, a two-day indoor celebration honoring community, culture, and creativity! Taking place at our brand new Kitsby HQ in Long Island City, this special Lunar New Year market brings […]
Abrons Arts Center, lucky risograph and The W.O.W. Project hosts an afternoon of all-ages arts activities, karaoke, and a lion dance performance to celebrate the year of the fire horse. We invite you to imagine what an abundant new year will look like for the Chinatown and Abrons communities. This event is free and open […]
In its 11th year, the Red Envelope Show features artists from across the country and their interpretations of that integral Lunar New Year tradition, the red envelope. Albert Chau, the show’s curator, hands out the same envelope to the artists (about 100 this year) but all are encouraged to create their own vision. Some celebrate […]
Get ready for a high-energy, pan-Jazz experience for a GLOBAL MASHUP between the George Gee Swing Orchestra and the Arturo O’Farrill Afro-Latin Octet. On February 7, these master musicians play together for the first time, igniting the stage with their signature sounds.
Taste Indonesian rasa with Miranti: explore spice palettes, aromatics, and flavor-building—learn to recognize authentic Indonesian flavors. The Joy of Feasting is an interactive food experience exploring Rasa—the Indonesian concept of […]
NYC holiday pop-up market featuring independent SWANA & South Asian brands and makers. El Souq Presents: Ramadan 2026 Sunday, January 25th | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Ideal Glass Studios | 9 W. 8th St., New York, NY As the winter holidays come to a close, we’re ringing in the new year with our first […]
Join us for a by-donation community yoga class at Jivamukti Yoga suitable for all levels. All funds raised will be used to support Asians Fighting Injustice's Dumplings of Love program which distributes meals from independently run restaurants in historically under serviced areas of NYC. Photo credit: Jivamukti Yoga Collective NYC
New York City Council Lunar New Year Celebration 2026 Monday, February 9, 2026 Doors: 5:00 pm Event: 5:30 pm Council Chambers, City Hall New York, NY 10007
State of AANHPI Charitable Giving Join AAPI Data, AAPIP, Asian Pacific Community Fund, Asian Pacific Fund, and Korean American Community Foundation for this funder briefing on the State of AANHPI Charitable Giving. This briefing will share the latest insights from the most comprehensive survey sample of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, administered by […]
To celebrate both Lunar New Year and Valentines Day, Potluck Asian America invites you to a special, intimate conversation with Joanna Lee and Ken Smith, who will present their Pocket […]
Renowned legal experts David Glasgow and Kenji Yoshino (Say the Right Thing) join us for an online conversation with ACLU president Deborah Archer about reimagining the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in a divided nation — and their new book, How Equality Wins: A New Vision for an Inclusive America. What went wrong with […]
BD Wong American Actor and Activist February 11, 2026 at 6 pm ET. We are pleased to invite you to attend the tenth Committee of 100 Conversations – “Recollections, Pioneers and Heroes” event on that will feature BD Wong, the famed and versatile American actor and activist. He is regarded as one of the country’s […]
Meet the doctors, scientists and patients patients fighting the world’s worst diseases Charting the discovery of eight revolutionary drugs, Meet the doctors, scientists and patients patients fighting the world’s worst […]
Race Forward is thrilled to offer this training to help build our capacity for narrative change for racial equity.NARRATIVE IS POWER.The stories we tell, the perceptions that take root in our minds, and the clichés we repeat all play a significant role in shaping our worldviews and, ultimately, the policies, practices and systems we support. […]
Join us to explore voting rights, barriers South Asians face, and strategies to boost civic engagement in this pivotal election year! Join us for this critical discussion exploring the importance […]
Exploring Diaspora Dreams and Everyday Life in the Ahmed Iqbal Ullah RACE Centre and Education Trust Archive The online Rylands Lunchtime Seminar Series highlights the breadth and quality of our unique Special Collections and showcases world-class collections-based research activities. It brings together experts from the University of Manchester Library and University of Manchester academics working […]
Taiwanese Mahjong, almanac insights, lunar calendar workshop, live music, refreshments, and more at MOCA’s Year of the Horse mixer!$20 General Admission | $15 Student & Senior | $10 for MOCA MembersCelebrate the Lunar New Year at the Museum of Chinese in America with an energizing evening of culture, community, and good fortune in honor of […]
Jessica Soho is the most celebrated and most-awarded Filipino broadcast journalist in the Philippines. Born on March 27,1964 and proudly Ilocano, she has forged an indelible legacy in the field of journalism. Celebrating her 40th year in the Philippine broadcast industry, oho has built a remarkable career marked by unparalleled achievements and widespread recognition both nationally and internationally. She made history as the first Filipino to win the esteemed GeorgeFoster Peabody Award, and is a two-time recipient—first in 1999 for her documentaries Kamao and Kidneys for Sale, and again in 2014 for her in- depth coverage […]
Co-organized by the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS) and The Latinx Project at NYU. Co-sponsored by the Center for the Study of Gender and Sexuality (CSGS), Hemispheric […]
Hack City Comedy - Friday, February 13 - 7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show If having an Asian guy on a comedy show is unusual, then having two is just overkill. […]
One-of-a-kind CHINESE NEW YEAR PARADE! Lion Dance, God of Fortune & more!Glow Cultural Center proudly presents our most popular event of the year - the 2026 Lunar New Year Celebration!Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of a traditional Lunar New Year festival, open to families and people of all ages as we welcome […]
Tết/Lunar New Year 2026 Join us next month as we celebrate the Year of the Horse at our annual Tết/Lunar New Year event! This event is free to attend; however, […]
Join the stars of HBO’s critically acclaimed hit drama series Industry for a special screening of episode 6 from the new season, followed by a conversation. Industry — the razor-sharp, […]
Real contestants vie for a chance at love (and the audience makes the match) in the world’s only Asian American dating show! Join comedians Mic Nguyen and Jenny Arimoto as […]
This workshop equips participants with the skills, frameworks, and practice that they need to facilitate their own racial equity spaces.Please note that this is a training happening over the span of 2 days.Please note that there is a prerequisite course prior to taking this training. Participants are REQUIRED to take the Building Racial Equity: Foundation […]
28th Lunar New Year Firecracker Ceremony & Cultural Festival on February 17, 2026. 11:00am – 3:30pm. Opening Ceremony and Cultural Festival at Sara D. Roosevelt Park at Chrystie and Grand Streets. […]
A Talkback, signing and live podcast recording. The Drama Book Shop presents, in association with Jay Michaels Global Communications, An Evening with Lloyd Suh, Shannon Tyo, Daniel K. Isaac, & Christine Mok- A Talkback, signing and live podcast recording. About the Book Once in the Countryside: A Collection of Plays - Discover complex histories […]
Whether it’s Lunar New Year or any other time of the year, nothing beats a plate of dumplings, bringing you family unity, good luck, wealth! Join us for a dumpling extravaganza! Learn how to fold and cook your very own vegetable-filled dumplings, all while bringing fortune and joy into the new year! We’ll be making […]
Grief doesn’t shout—but it lingers. It shows up in silence, in sleepless nights, in moments no one sees. This powerful session with Grief Recovery Specialist Rhys Kiaaina creates sacred space to face what’s been buried, name what’s been lost, and gently begin the quiet work of healing. This workshop will guide you through a proven […]
The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative “Advice and Networking Event - Finance" on Feb 18, 2026 Call for Advisors The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative “Advice and Networking Event - Finance" on February 18, 2026 Call for Advisor Volunteers The Committee of 100 Asian American Career Ceilings Initiative […]
Presented by the Comparative Approaches to the Literatures of Africa, the Middle East, and the Global South (CALAMEGS) 2025-26 Lecture Series. Co-sponsored by the Asian/Pacific/American Institute at NYU, NYU Department […]
From waging the first general strike in decades to building hyper local ICE defense networks, we can learn so much from the diversity of tactics that organizers in Minnesota are using to protect each other. Join us on Thursday, February 19 at 11am PT / 3pm ET for Lessons from Minnesota. We’ll be joined by […]
AAJC, the Lawyers' Committee, UnidosUS, and the NABE will co-host an important webinar. You Belong Here: English Learner Rights Thursday, February 19, 2026, at 4:00 pm ET English Learners, families, community members, and allies are invited to register for a conversation about : The rights of English learners in public schools What families can do […]
Join DWN for the second webinar of our Melt ICE series: Detention and Resistance under Trump on Thursday, February 19th, 2026 from 1pm- 2:30pm PT/ 3pm- 4:30pm CT/ 4pm-5:30pm ET. ICE and other federal agencies continue to escalate violence against communities across the country under Trump's second presidency with immigration agencies killing at least seven people […]
Join the Asian American Journalists Association for a timely briefing on Friday, Feb. 20 at 9 a.m. PT/11 a.m. CT/12 p.m. ET on the current state of AAPI communities in Minnesota. Hear directly from on-the-ground community leaders and impacted community members about how immigration enforcement by ICE is affecting AAPI individuals and families, and how […]
NYC's ultimate Asian stand up comedy show. Hilarious comedians as seen on Netflix, HBO, 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 […]
Flushing is home to Queens’ first—and largest—Chinatown neighborhood. As such, the area’s Lunar New Year Parade is a huge draw each year, with vibrant costumes, floats, dancing and traditional Chinese […]
Save the Date! Welcome the Year of the Horse at Asia Society’s 2026 Lunar New Year Family Day. Watch exciting lion dances and martial arts demonstrations, learn fun New Year’s […]
On Sunday , February 22nd from 11.30 am to 2:30 pm - The Brooklyn Chinese American Association Chinese New Year Parade begins at 50th Street and 8th Avenue in Sunset Park in Sunset Park Brooklyn. Since 1988, the Annual Chinese New Year Celebration Parade has been bringing in the richness of the Chinese culture to […]
Lion Dance performed by the Golden Lions Club and music performed by Third Street Partners students from PS42. Lunar New Year Celebration Feb 22, 2026 Anna-Maria Kellen Concert Hall, Third Street Music School Open for all ages 1:00pm – 3:00 pm– Lucky Envelope and Bokjumeoni decoration 2:00pm – 3:00pm – PS 42 violin student performance […]
Come greet your neighbors with freshly brewed tea, prosperity tray goodies, and more! Sarula Bao, our resident Lantern Artist this year, will lead an artmaking table to teach us how to make our own xiao bao ma (dumpling/ buns). Following the tradition of bringing gifts when visiting each other's homes, we ask you to bring […]
Centering on AAI’s philosophy of Data, Narrative, and Action (DNA), this panel discussion will showcase several existing projects that analyze national and local data on Asian Americans, explore directions for […]
In honor of Day of Remembrance, The Serica Initiative presents a special salon-style Serica Storytellers gathering exploring Japanese American incarceration through poetry, translation, and community dialogue. Hosted by AAPI community leader Julia Azuma, the evening brings together art, food, and memory. The program centers on By the Shore of Lake Michigan, the award-winning English translation of […]
Racial Equity training designed to equip participants with shared language, analysis and tools to advance racial justice.Sliding Scale Ticket ModelLearn more about our ticket prices here: https://bit.ly/RFTicketInfoIn a moment unlike […]
As we kick off 2026, many of us are navigating career pivots, job searches, or simply trying to figure out “what’s next.” It is easy to feel pulled in a dozen directions at once. If you are feeling scattered or anxious about your career roadmap, this session is for you. We are excited to welcome Amy […]
The Coalition for Asian Pacific Americans (CAPA), in partnership with the Asian American Bar Association of New York (AABANY), Asian American Law Fund of New York (AALFNY), and the Filipino American Lawyers Association of New York (FALANY) invites you to a screening of Voices Against Anti-Asian Hate, hosted by the Philippine Consulate General of New York. The documentary, "Voices Against […]
This in-person workshop at The College of New Jersey invites educators to discover practical strategies for teaching Asian American histories across grade levels. The session opens with South Asian American histories and archival resources from the South Asian American Digital Archive (SAADA), then branches into grade-specific breakouts: K-5 educators will explore integrating Asian American literature […]
Provides a framework that seeks to disrupt dominant forms of decision-making that perpetuate racial bias.Sliding Scale Ticket ModelLearn more about our ticket prices here: https://bit.ly/RFTicketInfoIn 2020, following the murder of George Floyd, many organizations and institutions realized the need to incorporate racial equity into their practices. However well-intentioned, many face challenges implementing racial equity across […]
Explore how race and bias are formed and unlearned through the lens of mixed race identity in Asian America. $10 General Admission | $5 Student & Senior | Free for […]
Sonic Bloom presents Vol. 2, featuring 3 distinct R&B voices from across the Asian Diaspora. Jereena Montemayor: Ever since recording YouTube covers in her bedroom, Jereena Montemayor has carved out […]
K-Pops! is an American family comedy film directed and produced by musician Anderson .Paak (in his directorial debut), who also wrote the screenplay with Khaila Amazan. .Paak stars in the film alongside Jee Young Han, Jonnie "Dumbfoundead" Park (who also produced), Soul Rasheed, and Yvette Nicole Brown. A Los Angeles musician hoping to revive his […]
Step into a shimmering dream of 1980s Tokyo as Kuni Mikami's Tokyo Downtown brings the smooth, soulful sounds of City Pop to life! Immerse yourself in the nostalgic groove of sleek synths, funky […]
Laughing Lassi brings the funniest South Asian comedians from NYC and around the world to one stage. After four years of sold-out shows, we’re kicking off 2026 with a killer […]
Celebrate Lunar New Year/Year of the Fire Horse with your fave comedy team Model Majority for a night of horse-ing around Celebrate Lunar New Year/Year of the Fire Horse with […]
On Super Saturday, the streets of Chinatown will be transformed into a stage for a spectacular display of athleticism and tradition. This day, typically the second Saturday of the Chinese […]
Join Potluck Asian America at a special community performance of Chinese Republicans and a post show discussion with guest panelists, Alex Lin and David Henry Hwang. $20 Tickets Chinese Republicans is a biting new satirical drama from Forbes’ 30 Under 30 Playwright Alex Lin and Award-Winning Director Chay Yew. Three high-powered businesswomen meet for lunch […]
Join AAWW at the Museum of Chinese in America to learn how to confidently edit Wikipedia! Want to improve the state of Asian and Asian American literary representation on Wikipedia, […]
March 1, 2026 | Sunday | 28th Lunar New Year Parade and Festival: Year of the Horse Parade Starts at 1:00pm in NY Chinatown. It starts at Hester and Mott Streets […]
Join AAWW at the Museum of Chinese in America to learn how to confidently edit Wikipedia! Want to improve the state of Asian and Asian American literary representation on Wikipedia, […]
Join us as we ring in the Year of the Horse with live performances, food and beverages, cultural activities, and mahjong. It's our ninth annual Lunar New Year Extravaganza at Chelsea Market! Start with ribbon and lion dancing on the main concourse, then head down to the lower level for food and beverages, mahjong playing, […]