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SUNDAY, April 7th, 2024

Celebrate Asian American Culture

Join us as we celebrate Asian American heritage with a day of food, music, and culture. Our festival will feature performances by talented artists, delicious food from various Asian cuisines, and activities for all ages!

Event Details

Date: Sunday, April 7, 2024

Time: 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Location: Anne Arundel Fair Grounds (1450 Generals Hwy, Crownsville, MD 21032)

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Food

Expect food from the following Southeast Asian and Pacific Islander countries:

Filipino food by Namit Filipino Barbecue

Korean fusion by Ekiben

Korean kimchi and Kimbap/Gimbap by Taegu Kimchi

Korean Taiwanese Fusion by Bun'd Up

Asian Seafood by SeaSalt Annapolis

Vietnamese food by PhoWheels Food Truck

Filipino Bubble Tea by District Boba

Halo halo and ube by Bmore Mochichi

Southeast Bubble Teas by Tai Chi Bubble Tea

Desserts and baking by:

Sweets by HoMade

SweetsbyCaroline

Bears Bakery DMV

Drinks

Enjoy a variety of refreshing drinks, including beer, wine, Asian-inspired cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages. Enjoy our Kirin Cherry Blossom Beery Garden, our Japanese beers Hitachino, Korean Yoju, and more!

Performances

You won’t want to miss our artists with Asian or Pacific Islander heritage performing live at the festival.

Welcome music by a Korean violinist
Beats by @djmanila
Filipino cultural dances by Mabuhay Inc.
Lion dance and kung fu by @jingyinginstitute
Headliner music by @jagmacmusic
Dragon dance performance by Baltimore Chinese Dragon Team
Lion and dragon dance by Golden Phoenix Lion and Dance
Filipino stick fighting by Filipino Kali Academy HQ

Full Info

Embrace the vibrant cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands at the highly-anticipated Anne Arundel Asian American Festival on April 7th, 2024 at the Anne Arundel Fairgrounds!

Join us for a memorable day filled with Asian food vendors, artists performances, and unique arts and crafts representing the rich heritage of the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities.

From mouth-watering street food to traditional culinary delights, our diverse lineup of food vendors will take you on a journey across Southeast Asia and the Pacific.

Stroll through our bustling marketplace and discover an array of arts and crafts tents showcasing the exceptional talents of local artisans, as well as unique souvenirs to take home.

The festival stage will come alive with an exhilarating program featuring traditional dances, live music, and martial arts demonstrations, highlighting the diversity and unity of our communities. With interactive workshops, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to learn about the history and traditions of various cultures, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to celebrate the rich tapestry of Asian American and Pacific Islander cultures, all in one amazing day at the Anne Arundel Fairgrounds.

F ood Vendors: Come hungry and expect to get a taste of a few different food regions. We'll have food vendors supplying delicacies from various Asian countries and see the growing list below.

Filipino Food: Namit Filipino Barbecue!

Korean Beverages: Yoju will also be on site for samples and sales! Yogurt Soju originated in Korea and has since become a legendary drink amongst the KBBQ joints and karaoke halls of American K-towns. Made with soju, drinkable yogurt, and real fruit. It's creamy, yet light. Sweet, yet refreshing. You'll get it the moment you try it.

Korean Kimchi and Kimbap/Gimbap: Tae-Gu Kimchi

Korean Taiwanese Fusion: Bun'd Up is an exploration of the Asian American identity through food. By combining Korean and American flavors with the original Taiwanese "Gua Bao".

Asian Seafood: Check out Annapolis' newest option SeaSalt for Asian seafood flavors over local oysters, ceviche with an Asian twist, and hibachi-style tuna.

Vietnam: Popular DC establishment, PhoWheels, is offering authentic Pho and more!

Taiwanese Ethiopian Fusion: Ekiben of Baltimore is bringing their popular food down

Japenese Fusion: Come enjoy HangryPanda for Japanese-inspired dishes and loaded fries/tots!

Thailand: Enjoy Thai Pinto food truck for street food that makes you feel like you are in Thailand!

Filipino Bubble Teas: District Boba is coming and will have plenty of Filipino-inspired bubble tea and iced tea beverages.

Asian Desserts: Bmore Mochichi with options like halo halo and ube

Desserts and baking by: Sweets by HoMade and Sweets by Caroline

Cookies With an Asian Twist: Enjoy cookies, brownies, and baked goods that are both traditional and some with Asian profile flavors.

Southeast Asian Bubble Teas: Taichi Bubble Teas will bring some of the best bubble tea to try!

Cherry Blossom Beer Garden: Kirin Light will be available to taste in our beer garden

Martial Art Demonstrations: We have Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Filipino Kali Stick Fighting, and other demonstrations planned! Music and Performances: We are happy to announce DJ Manila, JAGMAC, Baltimore Chinese Dragon Team, The Golden Phoenix Lion and Dragon Dance Team, Ying Jing, Filipino Kali Academy, and Mabuhay will be performing!

Current list of Vendors:
Severn IT

Fas Handmade Design

Craftstrology

Zephyr Paper Co

Hyunsook Kim

Phamous Sauce Company

Asian American Chamber of Commerce

Lavish my Style

Cruise Planners

J&J Jewels

Kwento

MD Traffic Study

A. Medical Aesthetics

8 Lucky Forests

sk Stained Glass

Cheryl Massey

Cutco

Chrissy's crafty creations

Nikki's Canvas Jewelry

Not Joe Mama's Sauce

Gray Wolf

Kara's k9

Passanante

Scentsy

Massanutten

Cane Collective

There Goes My Hero

KJ Vending

Kids under 14 are free to attend!