Non AAARI Events

This conversation draws crucial connections between cultural work and labor organizing in working-class communities across New York City. Bringing together organizers, artists, and community members, the event traces how struggles over labor and land are deeply intertwined—from tenants organizing against evictions in Chinatown to campaigns resisting casino development in Flushing, and movements to decriminalize sex ... Read more

Join us for an intimate evening of food, storytelling, and community rooted in the flavors and memories of Egypt.

MOCA x NYAFF Film Club is a quarterly program celebrating the brilliance and boldness of Asian and Asian American cinema. This series highlights films of historic and cultural significance under the theme Margin, spotlighting daring films that challenge the norm, rewrite narratives, and push boundaries.  Each session is more than just a movie night—it’s an opportunity ... Read more

As a young boy, H. N. Shantha Murthy ran away from home to escape the extreme poverty of his Indian village. He traveled the country in search of work, dreaming that one day his life would change. It did, following a serendipitous encounter with a couple visiting India from Houston, Texas. But life in the ... Read more

Lunch and Learn is a free monthly online program on Chinese language and culture. No prior knowledge of Chinese is required. Conducted in English, the program offers participants the opportunity to gain insights into Chinese life through art and literature, guided by our language and cultural experts—all from the comfort of home.

Queens World Film Festival and FTH proudly present Prideful Poetry, an intimate, high-energy evening centering LGBTQ+ voices through the power of poetry and spoken word. This curated event invites poets and community members to gather, connect, and share their work with an enthusiastic audience in the FTH gallery. Hosted by Avant Garbage, Prideful Poetry will feature ... Read more

A+ Asian Comedy is the ultimate Asian stand up comedy show, filled with the funniest Asian comedians New York City has to offer. Our comics can be seen on Netflix, HBO, and Comedy Central, but nothing compares to seeing them perform live at the world famous Broadway Comedy Club. Tickets are limited, so purchase yours ... Read more

Pan Asian Rep culminates its 49th Milestone Season with the annual NuWorks Festival, an experimental series of self-created work from innovative artists exploring an eclectic range of genres and techniques using poetry, text, dance and music.

Early Voting NY Primary Election: June 13, 2026 –  June 21, 2026 Primary Election Day: June 23, 2026 Find your NY early voting or Primary Election Day poll site and Sample Ballot

Part of China Institute's Centennial Celebration Series As China Institute celebrates its 100th anniversary, join us for a landmark AI Summit bringing together leading voices from technology, finance, education, culture, and entrepreneurship to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming our world. Featuring thought-provoking panels, networking opportunities, and student AI research showcases, the summit offers a ... Read more

Featuring a lecture by Lama Justin von Bujdoss, this session explores the role of ritual practice and meditation in transforming grief, loss, and violence into resilience and collective care. Drawing connections between Buddhist traditions and contemporary social justice work, the session considers how ceremony, blessing, meditation, and performed rituals can support processes of healing. The ... Read more

Family Festivals are bustling events with lots of sights, sounds, and aromas. There is limited stroller parking available, with a staff-operated lift used to reach the restrooms and lower level spaces. We recommend families with sensory concerns join our MOCACREATE events to celebrate the holiday.