To celebrate the year of the snake, we’re bringing back our Lunar New Year Fair, this time in partnership with Gotham Park! This free weekend fair will take place from February 7-9, 2025. Visitors can shop, eat, play + celebrate the Year of the Snake! We are bringing the spirit of the holiday to life […]
Join Welcome to Chinatown and NUBC (Neighbors United Below Canal) for a Town Hall where we’ll share the latest updates on the Manhattan borough-based jail and unveil an alternative plan that puts our community first: relocating the jail and building affordable housing at the current site. This is your chance to learn more, speak up, […]
Chinatown Restaurant Week®! May 19-24 Welcome to Chinatown is hosting Chinatown Restaurant Week® (May 19-24), featuring 18 participating businesses.We’re spotlighting the flavors, stories, and innovation behind of Chinatown’s restaurants. Dine like a local with curated recommendations and off menu specials that are only available for Chinatown Restaurant Week®!
Celebrate Mid-Autumn festival at The Hub, with local makers and small businesses! Vendors include locally baked mooncakes (with flavors inspired by Chinatown), mooncake-inspired jewelry, and so much more. Come support AAPI Small Businesses, and explore exclusive Mid-Autumn specials: Art & Design: Datum J Design Studio Ichiban Jewelry & Apparel: a/c space Lai Hing Jewelry Xanh Studio […]
Turning your side hustle into a thriving business takes more than passion—it takes funding, strategy, and the right playbook. This panel brings together experts across investing, banking, and community building to share real-world insights on raising capital—without the fluff. What we’ll cover: Grassroots & community support: partnerships, sponsorships, and building traction from day one Angel/VC […]
The Dumpling Circle Join us for the first-ever dumpling circle! We’ll be making Yi’s favorite Wagyu Beef & Chinese Chive dumplings together. Your discounted ticket includes a 3-hour dumpling-making experience, 2 seasonal appetizers, 10 handmade dumplings, and non-alcoholic drinks.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at our Pop-Up Dinner Party! On November 15th, join us at the cozy Mee Sum Cafe on Pell Street for a night filled with mouthwatering dishes, vibrant vibes, and a hint of surprise in every bite. We've crafted a menu that will tantalize your taste buds and bring just […]
This year, Welcome to Chinatown is taking over the 2nd floor of Canal Street’s iconic Kam Man Market for an entire month! Come shop and explore goods from 35+ AAPI vendors. Our Chinatown Holiday Market will be open: Every Fri-Sun from November 21st through December 21st 12pm-6pm each day PLUS each weekend we’ll have a […]
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. […]
Come learn and interact with a panel of small business owners who have taken different approaches to succession planning and legacy business ownership. We'll talk about passing it on to family members, selling to an employee or community member, or converting it to a worker owned cooperative business. Whether you're a business owner considering transition, […]
Celebrate Thai New Year 2026 with Thai food, drinks, merch and music at our Songkran Night Market. Performances by Chan & Eli and Faye Pattatan. Some vendors you'll love are: Koht Peht Thai Hot Sauce, ice cream from SkyIce, ThaiNYbites fried bananas, and samples from Group B Beer. Bring in the new year with Thai […]
Celebrate Thai New Year 2026 with Thai food, culture and traditions at our Songkran Family & Culture Day. Enjoy Thai food and drinks, enjoy the Songkran photo booth, and celebrate the beautiful ritual of Song Nam Phra—rinsing away the old year and welcoming good fortune for the coming year. Cooking Class at 1pm: Participate in […]