Thousands of people will attend the Asian Festival on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1, 2026 at Mesa Community College. Asian Festival started 5 years ago as a grassroots event organized by the Asian Festival non-profit organization and partnered with the City of Mesa to unveil the Asian District signage.
Asian Festival Founder/President Dr. Steve Kaplan is proud to announce China Airlines is sponsoring round trip air tickets to Asia. Come visit the China Airlines booth at the festival. China Airlines will be flying non-stop services from Phoenix to Taipei, every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said at the China Airlines Inauguration Ceremony, “This is a vital link, especially with the economic ties that are building between Phoenix and Taipei. It will strengthen international relationships, boost the economy, and provide Phoenicians with a critical gateway into Asia.”
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Many dignitaries and business and community leaders will be at the Asian Festival Opening Ceremony on Saturday, Jan. 31, at 1 p.m. to celebrate Lunar New Year with Lions Dance, Cultural Dances and Flag Ceremony. Cultural celebrations with food, music, dance, crafts and community engagement.
What to Expect:
- Enjoy live diverse cultural performance and martial arts demonstrations by talented local artists representing various Asian countries and folk art. Highlighted by World Class Best Taiko Japanese drumming artist, Ken Koshio and Golden Phoenix Lion Dance.
- Experience Delicious Cuisine with more than 50 food vendors and street food.
- Interactive Booths to explore traditional crafts, artifacts, hands-on activities, and interact with event sponsors.
- Calligraphy from Fan Rong who won the 4th World Outstanding Chinese Artist Award in Hong Kong.
- Kid-Friendly Activities: Fun games and activities for attendees of all ages.
