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Asian American Celebration features music, dance and global cuisine

Free Press staff report | 5/15/2025, 6 p.m.
The annual Asian American Celebration returns Saturday, May 17, with a full day of cultural performances, food and family-friendly activities …
Yu Dance Arts performs “Happy Birdies” at last year’s Asian American Festival, at the Richmond Convention Center. Photo by Sandra Sellars

The annual Asian American Celebration returns Saturday, May 17, with a full day of cultural performances, food and family-friendly activities at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.

Hosted by the Asian American Society of Central Virginia, the free event runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Exhibit Halls C and D.

Attendees can experience traditional dances, martial arts demonstrations, youth performances, and cultural exhibits representing a range of Asian communities. A vendor marketplace will offer handcrafted goods, while the global food court features authentic dishes from across Asia.

Richmond-based rock band The Prabir Trio is scheduled to perform at 5:30 p.m., followed by a “Taste of Asia” dance party at 6 p.m. on the cultural stage.

The event also includes a children’s activity area and booths from local organizations providing community resources. For more information, visit asocv.org/aac2025.