(MAAPI Council Member) The Mayor’s Asian American Pacific Islander Advisory Council invites the public to join in the festivities at the 2026 Tampa Asian Pacific Islander Cultural festival, which will take place at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park in downtown Tampa, Saturday March 28th. We welcome all in the community to step into a world of vibrant and energetic Asian and Pacific Island culture, history and tradition. Expect dazzling and inspiring Asian and Pacific Islander cultural performances. Food lovers can indulge in a wide selection of Asian and Pacific Island Street food or stroll down the line of booths showcasing authentic API crafts, décor, clothing and more. There will be exciting activities for all including the Asian Pacific Islander Singing Idol competition, creating a memorable experience. Representing many Asian countries, regions and cultures including Korea, the Philippines, China, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, India, Bangladesh, Japan, Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia, Cambodia as well as Pacific Islander destinations like Hawaii and Samoa, this is Tampa’s biggest Asian American Pacific Islander cultural event of the year.
The event is free to the public. Organized by the Mayor’s Asian American Pacific Islander Advisory Council, the festival aims to showcase the beauty and diversity of AAPI cultures within our community. From engaging exhibits to free health screenings, the event offers a unique opportunity to learn, experience, and celebrate Asian Pacific Islander heritage. Join us for an afternoon of fun and unity with our Tampa AAPI family,
For media coverage and more information please contact: Nerissa Lamison at [email protected] or CALL/TEXT (813) 486-7446.
The festival needs volunteers. If you would like to volunteer, please go to https://www.tampa.gov/asianpacificfestival
DATE: Saturday, March 28, 2026
TIME: Noon – 7 p.m.
LOCATION: Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park
600 North Ashley Drive
Downtown Tampa
