Events

The New Ear Festival is a bold exploration of avant-garde sound and contemporary art. The festival features a diverse lineup of artists pushing the boundaries of sonic innovation, embodying one of Fridman Gallery’s core missions—to help restore the creative, experimental spirit of downtown Manhattan. Night 01 :: Talullah Calderwood, Sue Huang, Konjur Collective (Bashi Rose, ... Read more

Lead through change. Gain skills and strategies to adapt, inspire, and sustain nonprofit success. The nonprofit world is ever-changing—resilient leadership is the key to sustainability. This workshop equips leaders with the mindset, strategies, and skills to adapt to uncertainty, inspire teams, and guide organizations toward long-term success. Who should attend: Nonprofit executives, managers, and emerging ... Read more

The New York Public Library and WNYC—two indispensable New York institutions—are partnering to host a book club that brings New Yorkers together and fosters community. The January title is Ocean Vuong's The Emperor of Gladness, a novel about chosen family, unexpected friendship, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive. Join Alison Stewart, ... Read more

As conversations about Artificial Intelligence rapidly evolve across industries, one question remains especially urgent: How can AI help support the work of teachers and strengthen our classrooms?   To explore this question, join the Fund for the City of New York for a special fireside chat with David Adams, Chief Executive Officer of the Urban Assembly and one ... Read more

Join us for the launch of the first in a four-part series featuring national data on Americans’ views of U.S.–China relations, related domestic policies, and their impact on Chinese Americans. Our panelists will explore how public opinion, policy choices, and societal attitudes shape the Chinese American experience: Sam Collitt, Research and Data Scientist at Committee ... Read more

For decades, Hu Anyan floated between odd jobs on the outskirts of China’s megalopolises: stocking warehouses, waiting at hotels, selling bikes, delivering packages and more. Then in 2017, suffering from insomnia after graveyard shifts in a Foshan warehouse, he began to write seriously. I Deliver Parcels in Beijing, a profound collection of autobiographical essays on ... Read more

This plenary session will bring together Asian American women professionals and allies for inspiration, connection, and practical career insights. The program includes a networking event along with leaders who will facilitate dialogues to collect insights from participants before the formal March launch of this women’s initiative. This session aims to create an uplifting space for ... Read more

As we step into the new year, wellness and innovation take center stage. Korea’s rapidly advancing medical and biotechnology industries are reshaping how people pursue healthier, longer, and more connected lives—spanning AI-enabled diagnostics, precision medicine, global clinical collaboration, and wellness tourism. Join us for a timely discussion with William Ban (Himedi), Taesoo Sean Kim (IceMiller), ... Read more

Kick off the Lunar New Year with a warm and welcoming celebration! Join us for the opening of Red Horizon: Art. Heritage. New Energy, our vibrant group exhibition honoring the courageous spirit of the Year of the Red Horse. Come raise a cup to new beginnings, explore art that bridges heritage and innovation, and connect with our ... Read more

Unpack the art of creativity with two creative titans of the stage: Asia's top theatre director Stan Lai (賴聲川) discusses his latest book Creativitry: Asia's Iconic Playwright Reveals the Art of Creativity in a vibrant conversation acclaimed playwright David Henry Hwang.  This program is part of Viewpoints, an annual series in which prominent, visionary figures ... 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

A one-day leadership summit with interactive trainings on community organizing, advocacy, and civic engagement for AANHPI leaders. Please join us for a one-day leadership summit with interactive trainings on community organizing, advocacy, and civic engagement for AANHPI community members and leaders on Saturday, 24th of January, at CPC One, 45 Suffolk Street. The summit will ... Read more

The Year of the Horse is here! Celebrate the Lunar New Year in style with MPA, Brooklyn Public Library, and the Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company for an interactive dance experience featuring dazzling costumes and eye-catching props, plus crafts and fun for the whole family!

Get ready to move to the rhythm of two dynamic cultures! Rep Asia is a high-energy music and dance celebration reuniting Chinatown Records and Basement Bhangra together on the dance floor. Experience the fusion of Chinese and South Asian sounds with DJ yiuyiu 瑶瑶 and DJ Rekha. Learn to move like we did at the summer Chinatown Block Party 夏日傾情 all over ... Read more

Step into a shimmering dream of 1980s Tokyo as Kuni Mikami’s Tokyo Downtown brings the smooth, soulful sounds of City Pop to life! Immerse yourself in the nostalgic groove of sleek synths, funky basslines, and lush melodies that defined Japan’s golden age of pop music. From the neon-lit streets of Shibuya to the breezy coastal drives of Yokohama, Tokyo ... Read more

El Souq Presents: Ramadan 2026 Sunday, January 25th | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM Ideal Glass Studios | 9 W. 8th St., New York, NY As the winter holidays come to a close, we’re ringing in the new year with our first pop-up of the year, in celebration of the upcoming Ramadan and Eid season. ... Read more

Come find refuge in a space that celebrates & centers Asians! “In the West, yellow’s unsavory status went back centuries…The color grew to represent envy, jealousy…duplicity…and cowardice. Yellow was a contemptible color in the Western imagination, and it fit snugly with the Western idea of the Oriental human being, especially as he became a threat ... Read more

Ring in 2026 with Sachiyo Ito & Company’s annual Odori-zome (New Year Dance) on Sunday, January 25 at the Gibney Dance Center in Manhattan. This vibrant celebration brings together a multicultural and intergenerational ensemble of Japanese dance students alongside distinguished guest artists including, International singer Beth Griffith, New York Taiko Aiko-kai (NYTAK), Chinese Opera performer ... Read more