On February 15th, Asia Trend proudly hosted the third annual Avalon SpringFest at Avalon Park Orlando, just one day before the 13th annual Central Florida Dragon Parade. It was an exhilarating weekend for Central Florida’s vibrant Asian communities as they joyously celebrated the Year of the Snake.
Experience the excitement of the family-friendly Lunar New Year festival, held at Avalon Town Park! This free event showcased a wide variety of entertainment options that delighted over 1500 attendees. From mesmerizing dragon and lion dances to thrilling kung fu and tai chi demonstrations, the festival was a feast for the senses. Japanese Taiko drumming, traditional Hanfu fashion shows, folk dances, and music from around the world added to the vibrant atmosphere. To top it off, over 40 vendors and food trucks offered authentic Asian SpringFest experiences, ensuring that everyone left with a full belly and a heart full of joy.
The festival was officially opened by distinguished guests including Orange County District 4 Commissioner Maribel Gomez Cordero, Shally Wong, Special Assistant to Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings, Stephanie Lerret, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Community Relations at Avalon Park Group, President of Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida Christine Berk, Overseas Community Affairs Secretary Steve Huang, President of Chinese American Association of Central Florida Ms. Pauline Ho, and Wah Lum Kung Fu Temple and Make Us Visible FL Director Sifu Mimi Chan. All performances took place on the Avalon Town Park main stage, which was hosted by two talented emcees Amy Akamine, named as Orlando Magazine’s Woman of the Year 2023 and President of NAAAP Orlando and Ms. Onchantho Am, one of the Orlando Business Journal’s 40 under 40 recipients 2021 and the recipient of the Rising Phoenix Leadership Award at the 11th AACC Awards Gala.
This year, the Chinese American Association of Central Florida CAACF, Chinese School of CAACF, and CHARGE Dragon Boat team joined forces to host a mini Lunar New Year celebration inside the AvalonSpring festival. The event was made possible by the dedication of over a hundred CAACF board members, family members, faculty, teachers, and volunteers. For more information about CAACF, please visit https://www.orlandochinese.org
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who supported the 3rd annual Avalon SpringFest Lunar New Year Festival 2025. This event would not have been possible without the generous contributions of our sponsors and long-time supporters.
Your unwavering support has been instrumental in making this festival a success, and we are truly grateful for your love and dedication to our cause. Thank you for helping us celebrate and showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Lunar New Year.
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3rd annual Avalon SpringFest events’ video at Chet Karwowski YouTube Channel
Asia Trend 3rd annual Avalon SpringFest would not be possible without these generous sponsors and long- time supporters. Title sponsor: Avalon Park Orlando, Gold sponsors: Dr. Puxiao Cen, MD and Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida AACC
A huge Thank you to the Performing groups:
- Wah Lum Kung Fu Temple
- Orlando Taiko Dojo オーランド太鼓道場
- Orlando Hanqing Taiji Culture and Art Center
- Devyani Dancer School of Culture and Arts
- Chinese American Association of Central Florida CAACF
- The Chinese School of CAACF 中佛州中華學校
- C.H.A.R.G.E. Dragon Boat – Orlando
- Orlando Hanfu Club 奧蘭多漢服社
- Korea NAICFM
- Lee Hae
- Art East dance troupe
- StarFire K-Pop Dance Group
- Meiyu Dance Studio
- Lang Cao
- Celestials Lion Dance
- Kalena’s Polynesian Ohana
- Sifu John Moy Wing Chun Martial Arts
Thank you to all the local artists, non-profit organizations, business vendors, food vendors and guests who attended.
- Sweet Shiba Asian Street Food
- Maya’s Merienda and Asian Street Foods
- Fruity Cane
- Bestie Food
- By Chef Jared
- Indonesia Food Vendor
- MomoliciouzTala’s delightful bites
- Grill N Roll
- MADZ CHIBUGAN
- The Tea Social
- Red panda noodle
- XingFuTang
- NK Grill
- Bom Grills
- Yugen Sushi
- Manila Grill Asian Fusion
- Smoothin & Movin
- Katsu Cream
- Sweet Banana Leaf
- Tri Asian Bao Bun
- Peko-Peko
- Mei’s Kitchen
- One way coffee and treats
- Orlando Korea Culture Center
- Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida
- Independent Tupperware Representative
- Rena’s Collectibles
- Bath Fitter
- Siskawaii
- Eye Create Her – Avalon Park
- PureHenna Orlando
- Ink to Ember
- Cosmic Cards And Collectibles
- Chinese Delight
- Zayns creations
- Orange County Fire Rescue Department, Florida
- Asia Trend Community Learning Center
- Chinese American Association of Central Florida – CAACF
- Chinese School of CAACF
- REACH of Central Florida
- Orlando HanQing Taiji Culture and Art Center
- Orlando Hanfu Club
We’re looking forward to see you all at next year’s event!
