Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego

Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego Join us at the 12th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego on May 24, 2025! Come celebrate with us at our next festival! We will return in 2023!

The Asian Cultural Festival is a fun celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May in San Diego. With over a dozen different cultures represented in the past, this event is an incredible learning experience for all ages! You can expect:
~ Anime art and displays
~ Ramen eating contest
~ Video game competitions
~ Mouthwatering Asian-centric food
~ Two stages of cultural entertainment
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& MORE! Other past favorites include:
~ Live cooking demo of exotic Asian cuisine
~ Cultural row with booths showcasing cultures of Asia
~ Children's interactive area
~ Asian food vendors

We’re proud to welcome and recognize one of our valued festival partners, AT&T ✨AT&T is a global communications company ...
05/16/2026

We’re proud to welcome and recognize one of our valued festival partners, AT&T ✨

AT&T is a global communications company helping connect people, businesses, and communities through reliable wireless, broadband, and technology solutions. Their support helps bridge digital access and strengthen connection in the communities they serve 🌏📶

With a long-standing commitment to innovation and inclusion, AT&T continues to empower organizations and events that bring people together through culture, storytelling, and shared experiences.

Learn more here: www.att.com

Be sure to visit their booth at the festival and connect with their team!

AHAANA believes in the power of compassion, storytelling, and community to create meaningful change.Founded in 2015, AHA...
05/15/2026

AHAANA believes in the power of compassion, storytelling, and community to create meaningful change.

Founded in 2015, AHAANA was created with a vision to uplift women-at-risk, survivors of violence, refugees, and underserved communities through dialogue, creative expression, and collective healing. Through initiatives such as Yoni ki Baat and MenOlogues, AHAANA continues to open safe spaces for reflection, understanding, and shared human experience. 🌏

Its mission is rooted in empathy and connection, strengthening communities locally and globally by fostering awareness, kindness, and support where it is needed most.

AHAANA is honored to participate in the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego this May 16 at Balboa Park and warmly invites attendees to visit the AHAANA booth, learn more about its work, and engage in building a more compassionate world.

📍 Balboa Park
📅 May 16, 2026
🎟 Free Community Event

Come connect and be part of the Ahaana Collective. ✨

We’re excited to welcome the San Diego Pan-Pacific Law Enforcement Association (PANPAC) to the Asian Pacific Cultural Fe...
05/15/2026

We’re excited to welcome the San Diego Pan-Pacific Law Enforcement Association (PANPAC) to the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego this May 16 at Balboa Park!

Be sure to stop by their booth and connect with members of PANPAC as they continue their mission of building stronger relationships between law enforcement and the diverse communities they serve throughout San Diego.

Learn more about their community outreach, leadership, and commitment to cultural understanding while enjoying a day filled with performances, food, arts, and cultural experiences from across Asia and the Pacific. 🌏

Come say hello, ask questions, and show your support for organizations making a positive impact in our communities!

📍 Balboa Park
📅 May 16, 2026
🎟 Free Community Event

1 DAY TO GO! 🎉⏳The Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego is almost here — and Balboa Park is about to come alive ...
05/15/2026

1 DAY TO GO! 🎉⏳

The Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego is almost here — and Balboa Park is about to come alive with culture, music, dance, food, art, and community! 🌏✨

Join us this May 16 for a full day of cultural celebration featuring:
🌺 Live cultural performances
🍜 Delicious food vendors
🎨 Interactive arts & crafts
🥁 Traditional music & dance
🍵 Tea meditation & cultural experiences
🛍 Community booths & local organizations
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly activities for all ages

Explore the beautiful International Cottages and connect with diverse cultures from across Asia and the Pacific through storytelling, traditions, performances, and shared experiences.

Hosted by ACMA in partnership with the House of Pacific Relations and participating cultural houses, this festival is a celebration of unity, heritage, and community spirit during AANHPI Heritage Month.

📍 Balboa Park, San Diego
📅 Saturday, May 16, 2026
🎟 FREE Admission

Mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and celebrate with us tomorrow! 🎊

Thank you to the incredible Houses of the House of Pacific Relations for your partnership, cultural leadership, and cont...
05/15/2026

Thank you to the incredible Houses of the House of Pacific Relations for your partnership, cultural leadership, and continued support of the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego. 🌏✨

We are grateful to the House of Korea, House of Chamorros, House of China, House of USA, House of Philippines, House of Pakistan and House of Taiwan for helping bring this celebration of culture, community, and connection to life at Balboa Park.

Your dedication to sharing traditions, performances, food, art, and stories creates a meaningful experience for thousands of attendees each year and strengthens the spirit of unity across our diverse communities.

Special thanks as well to the House of Pacific Relations for continuing to foster cultural understanding and collaboration through this longstanding partnership.

Don’t forget to come visit, explore the cultural houses, and participate in the festivities this May 16 at Balboa Park! ❤️🎉

Together, we celebrate heritage, community, and the power of cultural exchange.

Slow down, sip mindfully, and reconnect through tea. 🍵✨Join PAANTINE for a special Tea Meditation & Mindful Tea Tasting ...
05/15/2026

Slow down, sip mindfully, and reconnect through tea. 🍵✨

Join PAANTINE for a special Tea Meditation & Mindful Tea Tasting experience during the Asian Pacific Cultural Festival on May 16, 2026 at Balboa Park!

Hosted at the ACMA Hospitality Booth, guests are invited to experience guided tea meditation, mindful tea tasting, tea storytelling, and sensory exploration designed to inspire grounding, reflection, wellness, and connection.

Founded by The Saint, PAANTINE creates intentional spaces rooted in Asian tea traditions, cultural appreciation, and shared human experiences.

This complimentary experience welcomes festival attendees to pause from the excitement of the day and engage in meaningful moments through tea. Donations are warmly welcomed to support future community tea experiences and cultural wellness programming.

Come share a cup, a conversation, and a moment of presence with us. 🍃

📍 Balboa Park
📅 May 16, 2026
🎉 Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego

05/14/2026

🎉 The countdown is on! Join us THIS SATURDAY for the 13th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego at Balboa Park! 🌺✨
Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander cultures through an exciting day filled with:
🎶 Live cultural performances
🍜 Delicious food vendors
🛍️ Community & artisan booths
🎨 Family-friendly activities
🎤 Special guests and cultural showcases
Hosted by in partnership with the House of Pacific Relations API Houses, this free community celebration brings together diverse cultures, traditions, and communities in the spirit of unity, heritage, and connection.
📍 Saturday, May 16, 2026
⏰ 11AM – 5PM
📌 Balboa Park – House of Pacific Relations Lawn Program Area
👉 View the full festival program guide here:https://www.asianculturemediaalliance.org/asian-pacific-cultural-festival/

Bring your family, friends, and community spirit — we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🌏💛

🎭 Get ready for an exciting day of culture, music, and performances at the 13th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival o...
05/14/2026

🎭 Get ready for an exciting day of culture, music, and performances at the 13th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego! 🌺✨

Our official performance schedule is here! Be sure to check the lineup and plan your day so you don’t miss the incredible cultural performances, traditional dances, live music, and special presentations happening throughout the festival at Balboa Park.

Bring your family and friends and celebrate the diversity and talent of our communities with us! 💙

We proudly recognize the sponsors and community partners supporting the 13th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of S...
05/14/2026

We proudly recognize the sponsors and community partners supporting the 13th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego! 🌺✨

We are honored to have the San Diego County Toyota Dealers Association as our Title Sponsor, alongside our amazing Gold Sponsors and partners helping bring this celebration of culture, community, and connection to life.

Their support helps ACMA continue uplifting diverse voices through arts, media, education, and cultural programming. 💙

Join us at Balboa Park this May 16, 2026 as we celebrate the rich traditions, performances, food, music, and stories of our Asian Pacific communities!

A special message from ACMA Founder & Executive Director, Cathlyn Choi.As we celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month and prepare...
05/14/2026

A special message from ACMA Founder & Executive Director, Cathlyn Choi.

As we celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month and prepare for the 13th Annual Asian Pacific Cultural Festival of San Diego, we’re reminded of the power of culture, community, and unity. 🌺

Join us on Saturday, May 16 at Balboa Park as we come together to celebrate the rich diversity, traditions, performances, food, arts, and voices that make our communities so vibrant. Bring your family, friends, and even your pets for a day of connection and celebration!

Thank you for continuing to support ACMA’s mission of uplifting stories, creating cultural awareness, and building bridges through media and the arts. ✨

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