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Saturday, May 11

2024 AAPI Festival

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander culture in Howard County at the 2024 AAPI Festival!

By Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods

Date and time

Saturday, May 11 · 12 - 5pm EDT

Location

The Chrysalis, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods

10431 Little Patuxent Parkway Columbia, MD 21044

Refund Policy

Contact the organizer to request a refund.

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

12:00 PM - 12:15 PM

Welcome

12:15 PM - 12:45 PM

Parade of Cultures

A parade through the park, highlighting the unique amazing clothing, accessories, and features of some of the AAPI cultures at the day's festival.

12:45 PM - 1:00 PM

Welcome Speeches by County Executive Calvin Ball and Other Electeds

1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

Act I

Performances by: Hanpan Korean American Cultural Center of Maryland, Taiwanese American Association Greater Baltimore Columbia, Taal Dance Academy, Howard County Chinese School, Spotlight Academy, an...

2:00 PM - 2:50 PM

Act II

Performances by: Misako Ballet Company, Gina Ling Chinese Dance Chamber, Tea Horse Sichuan Bistro's Dance Team, Maryland Bangla School, Samanwaya, and the Ellicott Taichi Health Club

3:00 PM - 3:50 PM

Act III

Performances by: Hawaiian Dance Groups, Korean Culture and Art of Maryland, Tongan Performance Group, Kalai Koodam USA, Fijian Performance Group, Phoenix Dance Academy, and New Zealand Performance Gr...

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Act IV

Performances by: Alpha Academy, Chin Daiko, Hee Kyung Lee, Tahitian Performance Group, The Odia Tokas, AFA Angels Group, and Samoan Performance Group

About this event

5 hours

County Executive Calvin Ball and the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Commission, in partnership with the Inner Arbor Trust, is thrilled to invite you to the 3rd annual AAPI Festival, celebrating the vibrant cultures, traditions, and contributions of the Asian American and Pacific Islander community in Howard County and beyond.

Join us for a FREE celebration filled with fun, entertainment, and cultural enrichment for the whole family! Here's what you can look forward to:

Live Performances: Enjoy music, dance, martial arts, and more performances showcasing the diversity of AAPI cultures.

Food Trucks: Indulge in an array of authentic Asian and Pacific Islander cuisine.

Vendors: Shop small and support local AAPI artisans and businesses.

Community Engagement: Learn about important issues, organizations, and resources supporting the AAPI community.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich heritage and diversity of the AAPI community.

Enjoy FREE concerts presented by the Inner Arbor Trust all spring, summer, and fall.

About the Inner Arbor Trust

The Trust is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization incorporated in Maryland. The mission of the Inner Arbor Trust is to promote and nurture a park in a unique natural setting for a variety of arts and culture experiences that enrich the entire community. The Trust works to develop Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods into a destination arts and culture park. In addition to operating the Chrysalis amphitheater, the Trust manages a substantial portion of the Park for recreational use.

* Image shows the logo of First National Bank as a Founding Partner. Partner Organization logos for Columbia Association and Howard County Recreation and Parks.*

This celebration is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council. To discover more about the Maryland State Arts Council and how they impact Maryland, visit msac.org.

* image shows an abstract version of the Maryland flag, the logo of the Maryland State Arts Council, which is part of the Department of Commerce.*

We're thrilled to have W.R. Grace & Co. as a Corporate Festival Supporter!

Frequently asked questions

Who should come to this event?

Anyone and everyone who loves music, food, dance, and wants to support and celebrate the diverse AAPI communities in Howard County. This is a family-friendly event, so children are more than welcome.

What seating is available?

We are an all-lawn venue, but lawn chairs are available for rent for just $5 each. There are picnic tables scattered throughout the park. Unfortunately, at festival events, you are not able to bring your own lawn chair.

Can I bring my pet?

Service animals only.

Where do I park?

Parking will be assigned shortly before the event.

Are concessions available?

In addition to the many, many food trucks that will be on site, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available at park concession booths.

Organized by

Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods

The Trust is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit entity in the process of developing over 50 acres in Downtown Columbia, Maryland into an iconic arts and culture park, Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods. The Trust was created by the Columbia Association, Inc. to develop and manage the Park in connection with significant redevelopment in Downtown Columbia, Maryland. The Trust seeks to provide to the region an iconic arts and culture park, and everyday recreational opportunities, while preserving green-space at the center of Columbia’s Downtown development.

Free