In 1922, Isamu Noguchi first moved to New York—a city that would remain his on-again, off-again home for the remainder of his life. Though he was an avid traveler who built meaningful connections and temporary homes around the world, Noguchi always returned to New York. It was here that he created some of his most […]
A Legacy Continued features recent acquisitions received from Sandra Ferry Rockefeller and Hope Aldrich in honor of their parents, John D. Rockefeller 3rd and Blanchette Hooker Rockefeller. These gifts were originally part of Mr. and Mrs. Rockefeller’s personal collection, and this display celebrates their homecoming. These pieces complement other works within the museum collection, some of […]
This selection of works from the Asia Society Museum Collection explore how rapidly evolving cultural, political, and ecological issues have shaped urban landscapes across contemporary Asia, and in particular China, Indonesia, and Taiwan. The exhibition presents seven works featuring the artists Song Dong, Chen Shaoxiong, Tromarama, and Chen Chieh-jen. The innovative range of styles implemented […]
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 […]
Make it 10 Cents is a painting exhibition to raise awareness and to support a one-day pop-up redemption on May 26th in Chinatown. This pop-up simulates the passage of the Bigger Better Bottle Bill by redeeming all materials at the 10-cent rate. Siyan Wong’s paintings depict elderly low wage workers who collect cans to survive. Each […]
The Bushwick Starr, HERE Arts Center, and Ma-Yi Theater Company Production of Rheology In association with The Bushwick Starr Written and directed by Shayok Misha Chowdhury In collaboration with Bulbul Chakraborty In Rheology, Shayok Misha Chowdhury joins forces with his physicist mother, Bulbul Chakraborty. Bulbul is obsessed with the mystery of sand: how it flows like […]
Korea Art Forum (KAF) and gong present Sunnyside Rhythm Block (SRB), a free outdoor public performance series in Sunnyside, Queens, taking place across four weekends from April 18 through May 16, 2026. SRB brings together traditional performance, DJ sets, and participatory art programs that highlight AAPI world sounds in a neighborhood setting. Rather than simply […]
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. […]
This webinar hosted by Southeast Asia Resource Action Center aims to inform a broad audience about the importance of the Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions on Southeast Asian American educational attainment. Despite their proven effectiveness, AANAPISIs and other Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) face serious threats, including recent federal funding cuts and challenges to […]
This workshop explores the history of Asian American representation in visual media, with a focus on film. Participants will examine how policies and laws have shaped—and been reflected in—film through recurring archetypes, tropes, and narratives. Together, we will trace the intersection of policy and popular culture, analyzing how these representations have evolved over time and […]
WHERE DO OUR COMMUNITIES STAND 2026 AAPI Policy Priorities Survey Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders made a critical difference in the 2018 and 2022 midterm elections, and they are poised to do so again this year, especially in rapidly diversifying Congressional districts in California, Texas, New York, and elsewhere. On Wednesday, April 29 at 12pm […]
David Henry Hwang sits down with Heidi Kim to discuss his assessment of the artistic direction and economic needs of the arts in the U.S. David Henry Hwang has a prolific career in theatre, television, and opera, from his Tony Award-winning play M. Butterfly to his most recent opera, The Monkey King, and his new […]
🎉 You're invited to A Place for Kids' inaugural FUNdraiser! Come join us for an exciting evening of mahjong, food, and festivities while celebrating the amazing work of APFK ! Get ready to test your mahjong playing skills while making new connections with like-minded folks. 🎉 All proceeds will benefit our children at APFK whose mission […]
Access $25 tickets Use Disount Code: JAANY for May 17 at 7pn show. Indian Princesses by Eliana Theologides Rodriguez directed by Miranda Cornell n the summer of 2008, five young girls of color and their white fathers attend a program designed to bond families through handmade activities, camp-like adventures, and a heavy dose of cultural […]
What issues continue to unite Asian America as a political formation, and what issues divide ethnic Asian communities right now? Hamilton Hall, Room 317 Each guest must register individually Columbia University ID required for campus access. *** If you're a non-Columbia affiliate, you must register by 5 pm Tuesday, April 28, and email AmericanStudies@columbia.edu to […]
The Joy of Sake returns to New York on April 30 with 492 different labels from throughout Japan and the U.S. available for tasting. Sake-themed appetizers from top New York restaurants add to the enjoyment, making The Joy of Sake the event of the year for the city’s sake enthusiasts. The admission fee includes appetizers […]
A conversation exploring how art inspires and drives social change. How do artists and arts professionals activate their practices to create meaningful change? On Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 6:30-8:30 […]
The Cantonese & Toisan Contributions & Language Exhibit taking place at Sour Mouse NYC in Chinatown May 1 to 2. This exhibit will highlight the cultural and historical contributions of Cantonese and Toisan communities, aiming to preserve the language. This venue has a fun bar, game hall and food! May 1 - 6:30pm to 9pm […]
The theme of this year's Talking Taiwan Gala is Celebrating Taiwanese Women in Music with the musical talents of: Zen Micheline Hung, age 15 (Piano Prodigy, Composer, and Animal Activist), […]
Local bestselling author Kat Cho launches Gods & Comics with a special panel discussion to kickoff AANHPI month, for ages 12 and up! Book Launch (and Panel Discussion): Kat Cho […]
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 […]
Join CAPA and Potluck Asian America for a fun-filled day of music, skate, food, and community engagement at Gotham Park's fourth annual Community Block Party! In light of May being […]
Join us for a free papermaking workshop on Saturday, May 2! Come to Resist Recycle Regenerate’s papermaking workshop on Saturday, May 2 at Chatham Square Library (33 East Broadway)! The fellows collected lots of colorful confetti on Super Saturday — now help us turn it into recycled handmade paper! The workshop is FREE and open […]
Kissena Park, Flushing, NY Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with NYC Parks! From a living fossil to a species nearly extinct in the wild, explore the Asian origins and cultural uses of Flushing's magnificent street trees. Location: 164th Street and Oak Avenue in Kissena Park Cost: Free Registration: Registration not required. Event Organizer: NYC […]
Evergreen Cemetery, Brooklyn, NY Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with NYC Parks! Walk among the beautiful landscaped architecture and explore the connections between the cemetery and New York City's […]
Get ready to experience the mesmerizing art of Traditional Japanese Kabuki Dance & Kimono in a unique and captivating performance! Please read the following carefully when making a reservation. Please […]
Yut Chia is a New York–based violinist whose electrifying performances fuse classical virtuosity with modern pop, dance, and cinematic music. Recognized by leading DJs and producers such as Tiësto, he […]
A spectacular all-star variety show to celebrate the Year of the Horse and AAPI heritage month. Comedy, cabaret, and music from the city’s most accomplished award-winning AAPI performers-from Broadway to Lincoln Center to the Grammy Stage to the Tony Awards to the best of downtown clubs. The show is curated and hosted by New York’s […]
Join us for a full night of hilarious comedy at Asian Comedy Fest 2026 on 5/6! Full line-up on our website, asiancomedyfest.com Join us for our seventh annual Asian Comedy Fest! NYC will run May 5th-7th for a total of 6 shows, featuring over 50 of some of the best API comedic talent in the […]
Ashley Lam is an Executive Director at BNP Paribas, with 15 years of experience in financial technology, compliance, and operational risk. She’s also the author of Wrapped with Love: Wonton Noodle Day with Grandma—a debut children’s picture book she created for her daughter and her mother, all while raising three kids and without a publishing background. […]
Join AAWW for a celebration of Hafeez Lakhani's Abundance, featuring Victor Suthammanont! Join AAWW for a celebration of Hafeez Lakhani's Abundance, featuring Victor Suthammanont! _ In suburban Miami, sixty-year-old Sakeena—co-owner of a Dunkin’ franchise along with her husband, Ramzan—has nine months to live unless she consents to an organ transplant. Thirty years ago, at Ramzan’s […]
Dress code: If you’re into it, come in full glam / RED AND BLACK let’s make this a moment. We’ll meet beforehand in FiDi (around the corner from the theater) at El Vez and Burrito 259 Vesey St. for a quick bit and maybe even a photo shoot before the movie. Happy Hour deals are […]
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with Our Journeys, a powerful multimedia exhibition created by the Vietnamese Boat People nonprofit organization (VBP), on view from May 6 to June 6 during library public hours. Centering the voices of Vietnamese Americans, Our Journeys brings to life deeply personal stories of migration, memory, and resilience. Through oral histories, cherished […]
Join us on May 6 for lunch at Tempo by Hilton Times Square for Rewriting Our Narratives, a compelling panel discussion exploring the influence of Asian Americans in media and […]
The New York State AAPI Summit is an annual landmark legislative event uniting Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) legislators The New York State AAPI Summit returns for its third year! This year's theme is AI For All. Join us for a day of community building, learning, and celebration at the inaugural NYS AAPI Summit. […]
Presented by the NYU Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies (CLACS) and Center for Collaborative Indigenous Research with Communities and Lands (Center CIRCL). Co-sponsored by the Asian/Pacific/American Institute at NYU, Latinx Project at NYU, NYU Steinhardt Department of Applied Statistics, Social Science, and Humanities, and NYU Department of Media, Culture, and Communication. REGISTER (by […]
Join us for an intimate conversation with Korean-Canadian debut novelist Jane Park!In Conversation with Jane ParkCome join us for an opportunity to hear from a brilliant new talent upon her literary debut! Korean-Canadian author Jane Park takes the stage at KAAGNY Headquarters for an intimate conversation with us about the immigrant struggle, how that shaped […]
Join us for a chill night mixing creativity, social good, and AI to spark some cool ideas and connections. Would you like to turn your creativity to real-world impact? Join […]
Join us for a screening of "Elijah", a coming-out story of a Bengali-American trans man. Followed by a Q+A with filmmaker, Razid Season!Sypnosis: A South Asian Muslim taxi driver faces the reality that the American Dream may never be his. Grueling hours, rude customers, a collapse in medallion values, and suicides among fellow drivers continually […]
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 seeing […]
Hack City Comedy - Friday, May 8 - 7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show If having an Asian guy on a comedy show is unusual, then having two is just overkill. But that’s what the hosts of the Asian Not Asian Podcast, Jenny Arimoto and Mic Nguyen, are trying to do with their Hack City comedy […]
Each year, a celebration of Japanese heritage, art, tradition and food takes place right outside of Central Park at the Japan Parade & Street Fair. This rich cultural event connects New Yorkers and NYC visitors with the local Japanese community. We are excited to announce the Grand Marshal of Japan Parade 2026 is none other than Acky Bright! […]
A three-session writing workshop series exploring stories about home. Led by writer and teacher Ashwak Fardoush, this workshop series focuses on writing about home, community, language, and migration. The sessions are held from 2 to 4 pm on May 9, 16, and 23. Participants register for all three sessions as a whole, which creates a […]
At Green Lung Studio About Face dir: Jennifer Rita Lin Runtime: 1 hr Two Asian American dancers try to persuade the world’s leading ballet companies to jettison Asian stereotypes, including dancing in yellowface. Georgina Pazcoguin and Phil Chan battle entrenched tradition and political pushback as they shine a critical spotlight on The Nutcracker and other […]
Step into a real founder room at NYU. Watch live venture pitches, hear unfiltered feedback from investors, and connect with ambitious minds. Next-Gen Entrepreneurs: Leadership Evaluation Forum for Emerging Innovators Presented by The Association for the Protection of Asian Women in America in collaboration with Women Empowerment & Leadership Alliance, this exclusive forum brings […]
An intimate Asian comedy night in NYC by Humor SectionJEST ASIANS: Lab Edition is the small-room, experimental sister show of JEST ASIANS — All-Pro Asian Comedy Showcase, first co-presented by Humor Section and Asia Society New York.While the Asia Society edition brought a polished lineup of top Asian comedians to one of NYC’s leading cultural […]
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month marks a time to celebrate the contributions of Asian Americans to American history, culture and innovation. Learn from a panel of accomplished leaders […]
The Serica Initiative presents an intimate evening of conversation with two of the most influential voices in contemporary architecture: Billie Tsien and Calvin Tsao. Join Billie Tsien, one of the most influential architects of our time and co-designer of the Obama Presidential Center, for an intimate evening exploring how architecture can serve people, preserve memory, […]
Professor Steven Chu Nobel Laureate, Former Secretary of Energy, Stanford University Professor May 11, 2026 at 6 pm ET. We are pleased to invite you to attend our 13th Committee of 100 Conversations – “Recollections, Pioneers and Heroes” event on May 11, 2026 that will feature Professor Steven Chu, Nobel Prize Recipient in Physics, former […]
2026 APAICS LLS convenes nonprofit, corporate, elected, and community leaders to address key AA & NH/PI issues and build service pipelines. The 2026 APAICS Legislative Leadership Summit (LLS) brings together nonprofit and corporate leaders, subject matter experts, as well as local, state, and federal elected officials to discuss important issues that affect the Asian American […]
AIM is Asian Americans in Media (AIM). Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month is celebrated in May to recognize the diverse cultures, histories, and vital contributions […]
Join us for a virtual panel of experts discussing mental health access and equity across diverse AAPI communities in San Francisco. NAMI San Francisco Presents the Third Annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Summit Access and Equity in AAPI Mental Health: Centering Underserved Communities in San Francisco May doubles as Asian American and Pacific […]
Heritage, Culture, and Market Power: Celebrating AAPI Impact Decode the Future of Growth: Where Cultural Legacy Meets Data-Driven Dominance Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 8 am to 4 pm, Networking reception: 4 pm […]
In this opening conversation, Mei Lum and Diane Wong will revisit the origins of W.O.W—from their early kitchen table conversations to its evolution into a community arts initiative that centers […]
Bindu Bansinath launches her debut, deemed "the most promising debut I've read in decades" by NYT bestselling author Gary Shteyngart!Book Launch: Bindu Bansinath presents Men Like OursWine reception to followBindu Bansinath, senior writer for New York Magazine’s The Cut, launches her debut Men Like Ours, a darkly funny and moving story about death, life, and […]
This year, we have a limited number of tickets available to the public and would love for you to join us! Please email summit@taaf.org for more details. TAAF’s 5th annual Heritage Month Summit is coming to New York City on May 14-15! The 2026 Summit will be TAAF’s largest and most immersive gathering to date, […]
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. […]
Reciprocity: Black and Asian Feminist Solidarity with the Earth will create a space dedicated to illuminating, unpacking, and strengthening understandings of cross-racial feminist connections as a tool for environmental and […]
This workshop sheds light on some of the many overlooked histories of Oceania, or the Pacific Islands, to recenter the “PI” in “AAPI.” This 90-min session will give an overview of U.S. Pacific Islander history, covering topics of colonization and military intervention, and interrogate the common misconstructions of the Pacific and its people. Participants will […]
South Asian Founders Night: Digital marketing Q&A panel with Meenakshi Lala & Bhavdeep Kaur, and networking. Connect, learn, grow. Join us for an intimate evening of connection, insight, and collaboration with South Asian founders at The Rising Collective by Jasmine Kaur. This curated gathering brings together South Asian immigrant founders, entrepreneurs, and creatives across New […]
Join JAA Young Professionals and the U.S.-Japan Council U40 NY Region next Friday, May 15th for an evening of music, drinks, free sushi, and community at Technica House NY, Audio-Technica’s creative vinyl showroom and podcast studio in SoHo. Hanabi, is a contemporary after-hours gathering built around music, drinks, and conversation, where Japanese cultural influence, shared […]
Exploring grassroots power & Asian American futures in NYC after Zohran Mamdani’s historic election. The recent election of Zohran Mamdani—the city’s first Muslim and South Asian mayor—marks a historic shift […]
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander food, music and dance on-court! Play tennis & celebrate culture with USTA Eastern To celebrate both National Tennis Month as well as Asian-American, Native […]
E nānā kākou i ke kiʻiʻoniʻoni ʻo Moana 2 ma ka ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi ma Nūioka. E ola ka ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi!Moana 2 ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi ScreeningCome join us for a FREE in-person screening of Moana 2 produced in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi (Hawaiian Language) by Kūmau Productions! It’s a great chance to enjoy your favorite characters and practice the […]
“Have you eaten yet?” For many in the AAPI diaspora, this simple question carries deep meaning. It’s a quiet check-in, a gesture of care, and a reminder that we are held. In celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, join us for our AAPI Dine and Drag Fest, Have You Eaten Yet?, […]
Learn to make your own lei laʻi hilo alongside hula and music. In collaboration with Hālāwai.Join us in this vibrant May Day celebration, a holiday in Hawaiʻi honoring the tradition of making, giving, and wearing lei as a symbol of Aloha. Learn to make your own lei laʻi hilo, get connected with your community, and […]
Get ready to laugh out loud at BrownDisorganizedComedy’s Spring 2026 live show—fun chaos guaranteed!Come watch our Brown standup and sketch comedy, a mix of South Asians and other continents, at its finest! Unique event and great venue!!This is one of the longest running brown shows, 7 years in NYC and 4 years in Boston before […]
Join us for an evening spotlighting the voices and visionaries shaping today’s fashion landscape. Culture in Conversation: AAPI Fashion in Focus brings together some of the industry’s most influential designers—Laura Kim, Bach Mai, and Naeem Khan—for an inspiring panel moderated by Kevin Huynh, Fashion Director at InStyle. Together, they’ll explore the intersections of creativity, cultural identity, and the […]
Please join us for a free community screening of Photographic Justice: The Corky Lee Story Monday, May 18th at 6pm, JAA-NY, 5th fl. (Japanese American Association of New York) For […]
Come witness and cheer on our 2026 cohort of ten brave queer and/or gender expansive AAPI storytellers after a month of developing their live, personal story to share with us. Get ready to laugh, cry, and cheer on your friends as they take the zoom stage! ✨ This event will be open to Slant'd community […]
Join Like a Wave We Break: A Fireside Chat with Jane Chen moderated by Karen Choi. In her best-selling memoir, Like a Wave We Break, Jane chronicles the rise of […]
For AAPI Heritage Month, Rice & Spice is back for its fourth edition—and we’re bringing the heat 🔥 Doors: 6pm, 1 drink minimum For the first time at @broadway_comedy_club , […]
Ascent: Our Heritage, Our Power is a month away! We’re thrilled to be bringing back this summit dedicated to the AAPI leaders shaping our city for the third year in a row. We hope you can join us for an inspiring day, featuring AAPI trailblazers, an unforgettable lunch and cocktail hour, and the chance to […]
This workshop will help bridge the gap between information and advocacy. Led by Karthick Ramakrishnan, this session will dive into the “Action” pillar of AAPI Data’s core DNA—Data, Narrative, Action—framework. […]
Explore family, culture, and emotional bonds across AAPI generations in this meaningful, connection-focused conversation. Join us for a conversation between mental health providers, Joanne Lam, PsyD, Benedict Lim, PhD, and Gerald Gonzales, PhD followed by a live Q&A session. Join the call: Click here on the day of event to attend! AAPI communities are built […]
Special Ticket Offers for WHITE WAVE Dance’s New York Premiere of Here NOW So Long! Here NOW So Long explores the turbulence of human emotions, weaving together panoramic video images, live performance of an original composition for guitars and electronics, and the fluid dramatic movement of WHITE WAVE's stunning dancers. 📅 When: Thursday, May 21st at 7 […]
Join Alvin Eng discussing his book Our Laundry, Our Town My Chinese American Life from Flushing to the Downtown Stage and Beyond. Leading the conversation will be author and essayist, Radha Vatsal. With humor and grace, the memoir of a first-generation Chinese American in New York City. Our Laundry, Our Town is a memoir that decodes and processes […]
AAPI Women Lead’s presents a special ANHPI Heritage Month Healing & Wellness Salon Thursday at 5pm-7:00pm PST. Participate in fireside conversation exploring collective care and the ways we can sustain healing, wellness and long-term care. AAPI Women Lead will be joined by award winning poet Terisa Siagatonu, Chaplain J.S. Park, and Susanna Barkataki. All ANHPI women, girls, […]
Sunnyside Night Market – AAPI Heritage Month Celebration Get ready for an evening filled with flavor, culture, and community! On Friday, May 22, from 4–9 PM at 40th Street–Lowery Plaza, Sunnyside Shines is proud to present the Sunnyside Night Market in celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. ✨ What to Expect: Food Pop-Ups & […]
Our education work is deepening, and we want you to be part of it. Join AAPI New Jersey on Friday, May 22, for an evening celebrating the Teach Asian American Stories 2025-2026 Fellowship and the debut of our new documentary Roots & Routes: A Brief History of Asian Americans in the Garden State. We’ll celebrate […]
Join youth researchers from the Localized History Project for our annual showcase! History, re-rooting, storytelling, and collectivity!This showcase is an opportunity for youth ages 16-22 to share the incredible historical and oral history research they have conducted this past year at the Localized History Project. Structured as a "science fair" style presentation with interactive booths, […]
A vibrant, full day South Asian cultural marketplace, food experience & community event in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn. Bringing together the South Asian Community and New Yorkers who love them. Agenda: Daytime: Market + The Mingle (10am – 6pm) All ages welcome - $7.18 A vibrant full day of curated South Asian brands, authentic […]
The AAPI 5K is a road race to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Create a safe and welcoming space for AAPI Runners / Walkers Raise funds and awareness for AAPI nonprofit organizations Support AAPI Small Businesses RUN DETAILS The 3.1-mile run is an unsanctioned road race. No Water Station The event is chip time. We'll […]
A family-friendly event, make your own pipe cleaner flower, decorate Heart of Dinner grocery bags for AAPI elders, shop small to win prizes!Celebate AAPI month with Essex Market!We are hosting craft workshops and a maker's market to fundraise for local AAPI non-profit organizationsMake your own pipe cleaner flowerDecorate Heart of Dinner grocery bags for AAPI […]
Columbus Park, NYC Chinatown Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with NYC Parks! The Urban Park Rangers will guide you through Chinatown parks, highlighting significant events and commemorations. Location: East Broadway & Essex St. in Seward Park Cost: Free Registration: Registration not required. Event Organizer: NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers Contact Number: (212) 360-1444 Photo […]
Since 1999, the United States has recognized the second week of May as Taiwanese American Heritage Week, celebrating the contributions and achievements of Taiwanese Americans. As part of this national recognition, Passport […]
Art & Activism through Storytelling by Think!Chinatown Visiting from NYC, Think!Chinatown brings a selection of their storytelling projects to Toronto. These short films tease out complex stories of immigration journeys, the birth of the Asian American movement, and the everyday lives of Chinatown community members.Following the screening, Executive Director of Think!Chinatown, Yin Kong, will discuss […]
In partnership with the UCLA Asian American Studies Center, Teach Asian American Stories invites educators to explore Foundations and Futures, a newly launched free and online multimedia textbook that centers Asian American and Pacific Islander histories and perspectives – because our history is your history. This interactive session will begin with a guided walkthrough of […]
Join us for an evening with Zheng Shengtian, Kuiyi Shen, and Jane DeBevoise.Please come to AAAinA at 6:30pm on Tuesday, May 26 to hear artist, curator, and former China Art Academy professor Shengtian Zheng speak about his experience creating and teaching lianhuanhua, followed by a conversation with U.C. San Diego professor Kuiyi Shen, moderated by […]
Since 2020, AAPF’s summer schools have served as foundational platforms for learning about the forbidden histories and knowledge that make collective advocacy and activation possible. Over the course of five Wednesdays starting May 27th, and together with our partners the Freedom to Learn Network and Center for Intersectionality and Social Policy Studies at Columbia Law School, Backtalkers […]
Slant returns to The Club to dig deeper and wider into the liminal space between past and present with Lucky FM 2. Through the underground radio’s telethon portal….Slant journeys through AANHPI histories with bamboo flutes, drums, and guitars telling stories of the Japanese-American concentration camps, the International Hotel, Vincent Chin, and today. Performed viscerally through music, dance, and humor, […]
We’re hosting a special dumpling workshop this May in Think!Chinatown’s cozy kitchen studio, in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Rooted in our neighborhood, Manhattan’s Chinatown, this workshop is an invitation to connect more deeply with the foodways of the Chinese diaspora. Expect a hands-on cooking experience, shared stories, and a meal […]
Mindy Kaling, showrunner Charlie Grandy, and the cast of the new Hulu series Not Suitable for Work gather for an exclusive advance episode screening of the latest chapter in her ever-expanding “Mindy-verse,” followed by a conversation. On the heels of her beloved explorations of adolescence and college life in Never Have I Ever and The Sex Lives of College Girls, […]
The New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF), North America’s longest-running festival dedicated to Indian independent cinema, has announced the full lineup and official nominations for its 2026 edition, spotlighting a diverse slate of films across 15 languages and underscoring the growing dominance of regional storytelling in contemporary Indian cinema. The festival will kick off with a Gala […]
A high-octane, satirical commentary on race and creating art under capitalism, Dragoness interrogates the ethics of reinventing identity in order to satisfy the expectations of those in power. Written by Thai-American playwright Cha Mangan and directed by Samantha Toy Ozeas. Starring Vi To, Bridget Gao, Balfour Clark, and Aaron Applebey. Produced by Tin Can Contingency. […]
Join Teach Asian American Stories and the New Jersey Advisory Commission on Advancing LGBTQIA+ Youth Equity and Inclusion in Schools for a Lunch & Learn designed for school and district leaders. This session will provide a brief overview of the workshops, resources, and partnership opportunities available to support schools in implementing inclusive, mandate-aligned AAPI and […]
In collaboration with Po Wing Hong Food Market 寶榮行, a cornerstone of Manhattan’s Chinatown for more than 45 years, the Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to a vibrant tasting and conversation celebrating the flavors, ingredients, and traditions of springtime. Centered around seasonal specialties, this program explores how everyday ingredients, from dried fruits like […]
In this thriller, In Miami, the resourceful Zhang siblings—Raymond and Coco—sell forged paintings to unsuspecting parties. Despite their thriving underground operation, the siblings are still short on cash when they cross paths with disgraced millionaire Holden Beaumont. Sensing an opportunity to make a fortune, Holden convinces the Zhangs to forge long lost masterpieces as a […]
Promoting the artistic visual talents and stimulate communication among CUNY filmmakers. Since 2004, the CUNY Asian American Film Festival (AAFF) has celebrated the creativity and vision of student filmmakers from across the City University of New York. Having awarded over $16,000 in cash prizes over the years, the festival promotes the artistic talents of CUNY […]
An Artist Talk and Tasting on Fine China, Empire, and the Domestic TableJoin Broken China (Tao Leigh Goffe & Cecile Chong) for an artist talk in conversation with curator Dominique Jean-Louis as part of the exhibition Albums of Inclusion: Jamaica/ Ecuador/China. Opening in the lead-up to the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United […]
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. GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Laughing Lassi is New York City’s premier South Asian stand-up comedy show, featuring the best Desi and […]
Join creative minds to hack solutions that make everyone feel like they truly belong in this social impact challenge!Social Impact Hackathon: Design for Impact. Create for Community.This May, we are calling all designers, programmers, storytellers, and strategists to step beyond the screen and into the heart of our community.We are connecting creative talent with local […]
2026 ACE Amplify Creatives & Entrepreneurs Social Impact Market Day 01: Amplifying Small Businesses - Classic Pop Up Market (11am - 6pm, possibly extending to 7pm). We plan to showcase 15-20 vendors with various creative and culturally inspired products. Day 02: Fundraiser Supporting Local Nonprofits - Activities & Workshops Fundraiser (11am - 4pm). On this […]
Get ready to experience Japanese idol culture in Brooklyn, as Idol Village rings in the start of summer with Volume 4! WOTA SANS FRONTIERES PRESENTS: Idol Village Volume 4 The days are getting warmer, and what a better way to ring in the summer season with idols? Get ready to experience Japanese idol culture in […]
This is our AAPI MARKET/ CELEBRATION/PARTY! We’ll have food, baked goods, all types of fun art for all ages and few activist friends tabling the spread the word on causes that affect us all! Over 35+ AAPI Creatives. So come by and party and support your local artists! Location: Outside the World's Borough Bookshop, 3406 […]
Peking opera master Hu Wenge, the only living male disciple of the Mei School, performs The Drunken Beauty in New York City. In 1930, China Institute of America invited Mei Lanfang to make his triumphant debut on Broadway. Nearly a century later, we proudly present a one-night-only opportunity to once again be immersed in the […]
For AAPI Heritage month, come join us for the second edition of From Sea to SEA: The NYC Southeast Asian Festival. Brought to you in partnership across 12+ different Southeast Asian community orgs across NYC, we are so excited to bring together a day that celebrates the diversity and depth of the Southeast Asian community […]
We’re celebrating season 5 of Chinatown Block Party 夏日傾情 on Mosco Street! Think!Chinatown x Chinatown Records 華埠錄音 team up for another summer of music and memories at the historic newsstand. We’re back with a stacked lineup of DJs and printmaking artist to light up our Chinatown dance floor with the whole family and neighborhood. See […]
Lil Dumplings Comedy Show Dumplings. Drinks. Stand-Up. All Fire. NYC’s only dumpling-fueled comedy night is here. Produced by comedian David Jin, Lil Dumplings serves up killer laughs and handmade dumplings in an intimate comedy club venue. Expect bold flavors, strong drinks, and a rotating lineup of the city’s funniest rising stars. Small room. Big laughs. […]