Multiple Cities Celebrate Asian Heritage with Festivals, Events

Across the United States, cities are celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with diverse festivals and events highlighting cultural heritage, arts, and cuisine. In Indianapolis, the 19th annual Asian Fest offers live music, traditional dances, martial arts demonstrations, and authentic Asian food, aiming to educate and entertain attendees about the state's vibrant AAPI community. Baltimore's Asia North Exhibition and Festival features art displays, performances, tours, and tastings throughout May, emphasizing the region's Asian and Pacific American contributions. Baton Rouge hosts the Night Market, spotlighting Asian-owned businesses and unique fusion foods, while supporting scholarships for AAPI students. In New Orleans, the Historic New Orleans Collection presents 'Making It Home: From Vietnam to New Orleans,' an exhibition paired with live music and cooking demonstrations to explore the Vietnamese American experience. Together, these events foster cultural exchange and recognition of the significant impact of AAPI communities across the country.