Upcoming Events

The @nyccouncil is hosting a Chuseok celebration on Monday, September 21, at 5:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, but you need to RSVP by this Friday, 9/11. Location:  Council Chambers City Hall, New York, NY 10007 (Across the street from 250 Broadway)

An intimate evening for Asian tech professionals, founders, operators, and investors navigating immigration and the future of their careers in the U.S. Immigration is one of the biggest and often most confusing parts of building a career or company in the U.S. So we're bringing together a curated group of 35–40 professionals for an honest, […]

Join Lit Society and William Morrow to celebrate the release of Taipei Story, bestselling author R.F. Kuang’s widely anticipated novel about cultural exchange, coming-of-age, and Asian American identity. This immersive evening will explore the invisible distances between cultures, generations, languages, and identities. Join at Hue House: a cultural and creative hub dedicated to celebrating the richness […]

How can we step up to support voting rights in our communities? We’re making it easy! Join AAPI NJ and @aaldef for a virtual training on Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 12–1pm In this one-hour lunchtime training, you’ll learn: • What’s happening with voting rights right now • Common voting issues to look out for • […]

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) invites you to an engaging conversation with writer Daniel Tam-Claiborne on his debut novel Transplants, a lyrical and piercing exploration of migration, belonging, race, love, and the parts of ourselves that can get lost in translation. Set across China and the United States during a single extraordinary year, […]

This September, Asian American Arts Alliance (A4) presents a Town Hall centered on multi-hyphenates in the performing arts. Artists, collectives, and theatre companies are invited to share projects, resources, and opportunities with the AAPI creative community and to make connections. Featured presenters include Kyoung H. Park, the founder of K-Space International and KPB New York, […]

ABOUT THE BOOK Perfect for fans of Pachinko and Last Night at the Telegraph Club, this propulsive, tender novel follows an immigrant family across generations as they navigate love, belonging, and the great fictions we must weave to preserve a legacy. For centuries, the Chin family has kept its secrets. In 1878, Duanfang knows he’s destined for greatness. He’ll […]

Join us on September 22 at 7 pm for Tastes of Memory, an evening of readings with special guest Ligaya Mishan @ligayamishan, chief restaurant critic for The New York Times! What links food and memory? Can an herb, a spice, or a fruit be an archive of history? How does food divide us as well as […]

Join us on 9/22 8PM at Scholes Street Studio for Guardians II concert before we head into the recording studio this November! Catch us live for the Guardians II - Hidden Ministry project! Join us 9/22 at 8PM at Scholes Street Studio for a preview concert before we head into the recording studio this November! […]

Join us on September 23 from 5PM as authors Stephanie Evangelista Fukuda (@mallowboo) and Daigo Fukuda (@diggymungo) visit Kinokuniya New York for a special author conversation, meet & greet, and book signing celebrating the release of PRESIDENT OF THE ANIME CLUB! 🎨📚✨ Perfect for fans of Fangirl: The Manga and The New Girl, this charming […]

Our free weekly wellness circles for September are here 💙 Hosted by Asian Mental Health Project, "Stay in, Check-in" is a series of free weekly wellness circles for folks to learn from educators in mental health and wellness, as well as unpack feelings. These sessions are to provide a brave space to unpack, share experiences, […]

Cinematographer Tinx Chan, who works both in dramatic and documentaries, talks about his work, with tips for emergiing filmmakers. Tinx Chan, a native New York cinematographer, has been working for two decades in film around the world- shooting narratives, documentaries, commercials and music videos. Named a 2023 "Rising Star" by ASC (American Society of Cinematographers), […]

The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) welcomes award-winning food writer Clarissa Wei for an engaging conversation celebrating her new cookbook, Sitting the Month: Postpartum Recipes for Rest & Recovery. In discussion with second-generation Taiwanese herbalist and recipe collaborator Stella Wang and moderated by food editor Genevieve Yam, the program explores the rich culinary traditions […]

We're on our worst behavior again! Join us for our monthly comedy showcase, featuring some of your favorite comedians from the Asian diaspora and beyond. Come laugh with us - 6 comedians, a surprise guest, and lots of delicious food and drink 🩴@sharamnahicomedy 🩴 🗓️Wednesday, September 23rd 🕗 Doors at 7:00 PM, show at 8:00 PM […]

Vietnamese R&B and pop artist Mỹ Anh brings her first US headline run, the phases of the moon tour, to Brooklyn, at Market Hotel. This is her first ever New York headline show. Known for her COLORS performance and appearances at Head in the Clouds LA and Vivid Sydney, Mỹ Anh blends silky R&B vocals […]

Community Arts Grantee: JH Art Talks Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Location: Espresso 77 Cafe 35-55 77th St. Jackson Heights, NY 11372 Sculptor/installation artists Jae Hi Ahn and Ellen Jing Xu will each present images of their work for 20-25 minutes, followed by a Q&A in this informal community event. For more information on JH Art […]

Walk the neighborhood with us and help build a real-time database of Chinatown's storefronts! Volunteers who register will receive a code for free co-working (9am–5pm) at the Hub for the day of the event. Why canvass storefronts? ​Chinatown has been on the defensive for decades. Critical support often only arrives after it's too late: After […]

ABOUT THE BOOK *Winner of the 2021 Taiwan Literature Award* A captivating fusion of travelogue, fiction, and cultural meditation that journeys deep into the heart of Tibet. Chen-Fu Hsu’s debut novel begins with a young Taiwanese naturalist on an arduous quest for the elusive snow leopard, weaving in excerpts from translated entries from a left […]

In the past decade, Korean entertainment has gained global recognition, with Korean movies and TV shows winning Oscars and Emmys, and K-Pop groups becoming wildly popular. In Manhattan, Koreatown has become a popular destination for both locals and tourists, drawing them in with its bars, restaurants, and day spas. Jinwon Kim argues that Manhattan’s Koreatown has […]

The Korean Community Services (KCS), in partnership with Shinhan Bank America, invites local small business owners to an upcoming Small Business Workshop focused on SBA loan options and resources to help support your business. 🗓Thursday, September 24 ⏰ 6:00 PM 📍 KCS Bayside HQ 203-05 32nd Ave, Bayside, NY 11361 Topics include SBA loan uses, […]

MOCA x NYAFF Film Club is a quarterly program celebrating the brilliance and boldness of Asian and Asian American cinema. This series highlights films of historic and cultural significance under the theme Margin, spotlighting daring films that challenge the norm, rewrite narratives, and push boundaries. Each session is more than just a movie night—it’s an opportunity […]

To celebrate I Hope This Email Finds You in Hell and You're the One That I Haunt, we're hosting a BK event with Mackenzie Reed and Katie Jung. There will be a book signing to follow. This is a ticketed event that includes a paperback copy of either Mackenzie's I Hope This Email Finds You […]

Park Avenue Armory’s Making Space public programming series partners with the Serica Initiative and WNET’s ALL ARTS for Voices Rising: Korean Diaspora Voices in Performance. The latest in a series of conversations by Serica and […]

Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony, enjoy freshly prepared matcha, and savor a seasonal Japanese treat at K. Minamoto NYC. Experience an authentic Japanese tea ceremony at K. Minamoto New York 5th Avenue store. Our tea master will demonstrate the traditional way of preparing and serving matcha while explaining the meaning and philosophy behind each […]

Lunch is on us, FiDi! 🥢🌕 Join KOBA Korean BBQ for FREE LUNCH as we celebrate Chuseok — the Korean Harvest Festival! We’re celebrating with gratitude, good food, and our downtown community. Whether you’re a longtime regular or visiting for the first time, we’d love to welcome you. ❤️ 📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
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Celebrate the release of Double Trouble: Lost in Japan and How to Draw Kawaii Manga PETS by Misako Rocks! with a meet & greet event at Kinokuniya New York! Get your copies of these exciting new releases and have them autographed by the author! There will also be an author talk followed by a fun […]

Join us for our last Night Market of the year🎤🍻 Come hang out with us at Japan Village for a night of live performances, good food, Japanese drinks, beer, and more. Bring your friends, grab a bite, have a drink, and hang out with us for the night! 📍Japan Village Courtyard 🎟️ Free Entry

Mooncakes have been bringing families together for centuries — shared over tea, under the full moon, at the center of Mid-Autumn Festival. We're putting our own spin on tradition with a light, buttery shortbread crust and a decadent white lotus paste filling. Come make a batch of your own, and take a little bit of […]

The Museum of Chinese in America proudly presents Wonggongchang Mega Explosive, the second full-length album by Taiwanese composer, electronic musician, and producer Calvin Kaiˇ-Weiˉ Chang, a.k.a Kaiwei. Set for 2026 release under AAPI artist collective Choaspace, Wonggongchang Mega Explosive is a ten-track sonic narrative and song cycle centered on one of the deadliest man-made disasters in Chinese history: […]

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 […]

Hina Oikawa Short Songs returns to Queens for a multisensory evening where a 10-piece jazz ensemble — horns, rhythm section, and vocals — performs in real-time dialogue with live visual art. The program features music from Hina Oikawa’s debut album, Short Songs, a large ensemble project that fuses improvised jazz with tanka, the traditional Japanese poetic […]

Mooncakes, lanterns, and sweet reunions abound at MOCA’s Mid-Autumn (中秋节) Family Festival! Join us for crafts, shadow puppets, music, games, and more as we come together to celebrate this traditional […]

Join us for our Community Health & Wellness Fair on September 26, 2026, from 10 AM–1 PM! 🌟 Enjoy free health screenings, educational workshops, wellness activities, games, and other fun activities for the whole community. Meet representatives from various community organizations who will be tabling and providing health and wellness resources, information, giveaways, and more. […]

🌺 KUMULIPO WORKSHOP 🌺 Free to the public through sponsorship by Hālāwai Join us in NYC for a rare and intimate gathering with Kumu Mehanaokala Hind — Native Hawaiian cultural practitioner, scholar, and Kumu Hula — as she guides us through the language, cosmology, and cultural significance of the Kumulipo, the epic Hawaiian creation chant. […]

Our biggest event of the year is back this September!🏮✨🥮🐇 Held annually at Kissena Corridor Park in Flushing, near Silent Springs Playground, the Fall Festival brings thousands of Queens residents and New Yorkers together for a free day of culture, community, and fun. ✨ 🎭 Enjoy cultural performances 🎨 Family-friendly activities 🥟 Food & local […]

The Korean American Lawyers Association of Greater NY (KALAGNY) is excited to announce that we'll be back for round two at Pickle1! Please join us for two hours of pickleball from 1–3 PM on Saturday, September 26 at Pickle1 (7 Hanover Square, Ground Floor). Whether you're a seasoned player or picking up a paddle for […]

Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with China Institute of America on Saturday, September 26, from 2:00 - 5:00 PM. Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, one of China’s most beloved traditions, with an afternoon of performances, hands-on workshops, and cultural activities for all ages! From live performances to interactive cultural experiences, discover the traditions, artistry, and festive spirit that […]

We’re excited to join forces with @indoorpickleballx_bk again to bring back mahjong and pickleball at Brooklyn’s newest and largest pro-grade indoor pickleball gym after the amazing turn out and post-follow up demand after our last event. We’re hosting an incredible day of play with three hours of pickleball and mahjong with thirteen air-conditioned courts, beginner-friendly mahjong tables […]

Join us for our annual Mid-Autumn Festival! The event will have lantern-making, games, food and more! Event Details: Location: 84 West 197th Street Bronx, NY 10468 Date: September 26, 2026 Time: 3 PM - 6 PM

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 […]

Join us for a Beginner's Block Printing Workshop with Kintsugi Print Studio and create your own handmade bookmark on September 26, 2026 from 7-9pm! In this 2-hour hands-on workshop, you will:  - Learn the fundamentals of block printing through guided exercises - Create and carve your own bookmark design - Handprint your bookmarks to exchange with others […]

👀 Don’t sleep on early bird pricing for this! 👀 Join us on the floor at Beats for Chinatown: a night of local DJs, open bar, and vibes, all in […]

A concert featuring the sacred music heritage of the Philippines from the Romantic period to present day.In celebration of the Journey to 20 Years of the San Lorenzo Ruiz Choir of New York, Inc. and the 80th Anniversary of the University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music (Manila, Philippines), Ilustrado, LLC—where art meets brand, proudly […]

26% Discount PROMO CODE: KOREA  Experience a groundbreaking fusion of rock, Korean traditional music, and mask dance rhythms with Insun Park & Generals. A master of the Gangnyeong Mask Dance, designated as Korea’s National Intangible Heritage, Park leads the quartet, blending her dynamic vocal and dance performances with the talents of Donghyuk Heo (composer/guitar), Hyunmo […]

Few figures in Chinese history have embodied the richness and complexity of Chinese culture as fully as Su Shi (1037–1101), better known as Su Dongpo. Poet, essayist, calligrapher, painter, statesman, […]

The wait is finally over! Milna Market is back at Industry City on September 27 🍂 ​Milna Market is a curated South Asian pop-up market in NYC, transforming 11,000 sq. ft. into a modern bazaar featuring 60+ South Asian brands and makers across food, fashion, jewelry, beauty, home, lifestyle, and more. ​In Hindi, milna means both “to […]

Join TAP-NY and Dance Social Club (DSC) for Boba & Boogie, a fun and beginner-friendly dance workshop that blends movement, music, and mingling — no experience needed! Led by *Tiffany Huang* Tiffany fell in love with dancing in college by doing Kpop covers and performing. Dance to her is a creative outlet to express herself […]

Celebrate World Sake Day NYC 2026 with the best sake tastings, food pairings, and cultural experiences! 📍 BK Loft Rooftop, Brooklyn 📅 Sunday, September 27, 2026 🕓 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM General Admission : (5PM-9PM) 🎟️ General Admission: $77.53 Includes 15 tastings + souvenir sake glass ✨ VIP Experience: $112.39 Includes unlimited sake tasting, […]

Join Lotus Music and Dance on Sunday, September 27, 2026 at Alvin Ailey Studios for a Lotus Music and Dance Showcase and Benefit to raise funds for this year’s World Dance Festival! See a sneak peek of the artists performing at the World Dance Festival and take part in a silent auction, which includes an […]