Asia Trend

Aloha Luau Extravaganza in Tampa
2025-08-29 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Bayanihan Arts and Events Center, 14301 9 Eagles Dr, Tampa, FL, 33626, United States
ALOOOOOOHA!!! GET READY WITH YOUR COLORFUL HAWAIIAN OUTFITS!!! MINDANAOAN USA WILL HOLD “ALOHA LUAU EXTRAVAGANZA” ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 29TH, 2025, AT 6 PM AT THE BAYANIHAN ARTS AND EVENTS CENTER

Get ready with your best Hawaiian outfits, it is “ALOHA LUAU EXTRAVAGANZA” night at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center hosted by Mindanaoan USA (MUSA) and maybe win fabulous prizes! Grass skirts for men or ladies are welcome!!! A donation of $75 per person is required to attend. All proceeds go to PCFI, credited to our Ms. MUSA/PhilFest Ms. Lottie Teves-Jahrling.

This promises to be another evening of fun, featuring plenty of dancing, authentic Hawaiian cuisine, and exceptional entertainment. The HALAU HULA O NA LIKO A’O PUNA, a Hawaiian group from Tampa, will be the special guests this year. The special MUSA drink called “MI-MUSA” will be served complimentary all night. A cash bar will also be available.

Special prizes will be awarded to the Best Hawaiian outfits of the evening, so come dressed in your finest. Shoes are optional, come the Hawaiian way! Leis will be provided for those who do not have any.

There will be a “Ticket Drop Auction” where guests can purchase as many $1 tickets as they like and drop them into a bowl containing the different items displayed. Before the end of the evening, one ticket per bowl will be picked for the winner each time. This year, one of the many fabulous prizes is a week in a 2-bedroom Waikiki Beach Timeshare in Honolulu, a 3-day/2-night stay at the Courtyard by Marriott Oldsmar, Lotto and Powerball Scratch tickets, and fashionable jewelry, to name a few.

Book your seats now by calling:
(813) 312-6518 or (813) 925-1232

IABA 7th Annual Holiday Gala & Awards 2025
2025-09-03 08:00 - 17:00 | Hilton Orlando, 6001 Destination Pkwy, Orlando, FL, 32819, United States
The most anticipated evening of the year is here — The 7th Annual IABA Holiday Gala & Awards Night. This elegant event brings together business leaders, professionals, and community members for an unforgettable evening filled with celebration, fine dining, music, and entertainment.
Why Attend?

Reserve Tables of 10 for your company, friends, or family
Unlock exclusive Sponsorship Packages with premium visibility
Network with Florida’s top business and community leaders
Enjoy a night of culture, elegance, and entertainment

Awards & Recognitions
While the night will also celebrate outstanding leaders with special awards, our main focus is on bringing everyone together for a grand evening.
Learn more & secure your spot here: www.iabausa.com/gala25
Tables and sponsorships are limited — book yours today to avoid missing out on Florida’s Biggest celebration of Leadership, Grandeur, Business & Connections!

IABA Florida’s Hospitality Connect 2025
2025-09-05 18:00 - 20:30 | Park Square Homes Office, 5200 Vineland Rd #200, Orlando, FL, 32811, United States
Join Indian American Business Association & Chamber IABA for a high-impact, two-day event bringing together Florida’s top hoteliers, moteliers, and trusted industry professionals for connection, visibility, and celebration.
Location: Park Square Homes Office (Welcome Reception) 5200 Vineland Rd #200, Orlando
Day 1: Sept 5, 2025 – 6 PM Onwards

Meet & Greet, Cocktails, Dinner, and Networking with key players from: Commercial Insurance | CPAs | Hotel Brokers | FF&E | Roofing | Smart Locks | Insurance | Hospitality Supplies | Lending

Day 2: Sept 6, 2025

10th Florida Volleyball Tournament — power-packed networking on the court! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Welcome Reception Entry Details:

FREE for Volleyball Players, IABA Members, and their supporters
$30 for Non-Members & General Attendees
Food & Drinks Included (for paid attendees, players, and members)

For more info, contact:-
Piyush:- (847) 338-1088 & Nandish:- (561) 866-3268

IACC: Gandhi Day of Service
2025-09-06 08:30 - 12:00 | Olympia High School, 4301 S Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando, FL, 32835, United States
Join Indian American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) for the Gandhi Day of Service! It’s more than just a day—it’s a chance to make a real difference in our community. Whether you’re looking for team-building opportunities, volunteer hours, or simply want to give back, this is the perfect way to do it! Saturday, September 6 Olympia High School Join Indian American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) as they package 300,000 meals to support those in need.Gather your team, earn volunteer hours, and be part of something truly impactful. Every hand makes a difference! Sign up today and get involved: https://bit.ly/4fMXvNf

10th Florida Volleyball Tournament & Hoteliers Meet & Greet
2025-09-06 09:00 - 21:00 | City of Ocoee Jim Beech Recreation Center, 1820 A D Mims Rd, Ocoee, FL, FL, 34761, United States
Date: Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Venue: City of Ocoee Jim Beech Recreation Center
1820 A D Mims Rd, Ocoee, FL 34761
This exclusive event brings together Florida’s hospitality leaders, hoteliers, moteliers, and business owners for a full day of:

Exciting volleyball matches
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Networking opportunities with top hospitality professionals
Increased brand visibility for vendors

Hundres of Players & Hoteliers joining from across Florida!
For More Info, Visit: www.iabausa.com/volleyball25

Lantern Making Workshop at the Moon Over Avalon 2025
2025-09-06 16:00 - 19:30 | Avalon Park Arts and Culture Center, 13013 Founders Square Dr, Orlando, FL, 32828, United States
Light up the night at Moon Over Avalon!

Join Thuyen May Productions for a Lantern Making Workshop at the Avalon Park Arts and Culture Center on Saturday, Sept 6th | 4–6 PM. This year, we’re crafting adorable rabbit lanterns to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival!

Pre-Sale: 1 Lantern $15 | 2 Lanterns $25
Day-of: 1 Lantern $20
Tickets – https://loom.ly/Jf1tTOo

Kids can bring their creations to carry throughout the festival and join in the celebration!

4th Annual Moon Over Avalon Night Market 2025
2025-09-06 16:00 - 21:00 | Avalon Park Arts and Culture Center and Founder Square, 13013 Founder's Square Dr, Orlando, FL, 32828, United States
Mid-Autumn Moon Festival is celebrated in many East and Southeast Asian American communities. This festival is celebrated in various forms throughout China (Mid-Autumn Festival), Japan (Tsukimi), Korea (Chuseok), and Vietnam (Tết Trung Thu). Asia Trend is proud to present the fourth annual Moon Over Avalon, partnering with Avalon Park Orlando and numerous non-profit organizations to honors family, gratitude, and unity under the full moon. All proceeds go to the mission of Asia Trend Inc.
This year, the event will embrace a vibrant Night Market theme, featuring an array of colorful lanterns to celebrate the Moon Festival. Additionally, we are excited to announce that the event will be held at a new venue: Founders Square Park.

Asia Trend proudly presents the third annual Moon Over Avalon in partnership with Avalon Park Orlando and various non-profit organizations to bring joy, friendship and harmony in the Avalon Park Orlando.

This 5-hour evening event includes children’s arts & craft activities, DIY festival lanterns, food trucks, night market, and live performances.

Event location: Avalon Park Arts and Culture Center and Founder Square Park13002 Founder’s Square Drive 32828

Thank you event sponsor: Avalon Park Orlando, Dr Puxiao Cen

Thank you events’ partners: Thuyen May Productions, Devyani Dancers, PureHenna Orlando

Get ready for a day of fun at our festival with FREE admission and parking! Bring your lawn chair and join us for live music, delicious food, and exciting activities.

FHCI Annual Sports Tournament
2025-09-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Springhead Park, 3410 Nesmith Rd, Plant City, FL, 33566, United States
Florida Hmong Community Inc. FHCI host a Sports Tournament on September 13, 2025 @10A-3P
Venue: Springhead Park
3410 Nesmith Rd, Plant City, FL 33566

PICKLEBALL
CORNHOLE
FOOD
GOOD TIMES

Contacts: General questions Julie 727-710-3771
Cornhole Abraham 727-686-2765
Pickleball Linda 813-466-9222
Tournament-Style food and drinks for purchase

Fostering Welcoming Communities: A Meaningful Dialogue about Immigration in the USA
2025-09-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Reeves Center – Fellowship Hall, 1100 N Fern Creek Ave, Orlando, FL, 32803, United States
On Saturday, September 13, FLAAPP (Florida Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders for Progress) is partnering with the Forever Welcome Foundation to host a workshop titled “Fostering Welcoming Communities: A Meaningful Dialogue about Immigration in the USA.” The workshop will bring together AAPI and other immigrant communities, as well as non-immigrants, for a meaningful dialogue over food around race, identity, and belonging.
more details, and the registration link is here: bit.ly/ForeverWelcome2025

Sur & Taal
2025-09-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Trinity Preparatory School, 5700 Trinity Prep Ln, Winter Park, FL, 32792, United States
Asian Cultural Association ACA is hosting a SUR & TAAL event on September 13 at 4 PM
Venue: Trinity Preparatory School
5700 Trinity Prep Ln, Winter Park, FL 32792
Tickets can be purchased at aca-florida.org
$30 GENERAL SEATING | $50 FOR RESERVED.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: ΕΚΤΑ: 407.484.8532 & SURABHI: 321.695.8207

TAIWAN Visions of the Future
2025-09-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Celeste at UCF, 4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL, 32826, United States
2025 Taiwanese Culture Goodwill Mission of the National Day of R.O.C. (TAIWAN)
Date: September 14th, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Place: Celeste at UCF – University of Central Florida (Celestial Grand Ballroom)
Address: 4105 N Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826
TAIWAN Visions of the Future Registration Google Form ：https://forms.gle/sEGUJu69vHUMQdoJA
Organized by Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC), R.O.C. (TAIWAN)
Performed by National Taiwan College of Performing Arts – Taiwan Acrobatic Troupe
Hosted by TCML – Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning – Oviedo Chinese School
This is a FREE event. Please fill out the Registration Google Form for each member of your household and each member in your party. There are limited seats (400 seats).
Please sign up for this event early to guarantee your seats!

Fushu Daiko CELEBRATION of 35 Years of Taiko in South Florida
2025-09-14 18:30 - 21:00 | Broward Center for the Performing Arts – Amaturo Theater, 581 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312, United States
CELEBRATION of 35 Years of Taiko in South Florida!SUNDAY – September 14th, 2025 – 6:30pmBroward Center for the Performing Arts – Amaturo Theater!
more info at https://www.fushudaiko.org/09-14-2025/

AACC 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼
2025-09-15 16:30 - 20:00 | National Entrepreneur Center (NEC), 3201 E. Colonial Dr. Suite A-20, Orlando, FL, 32803, United States
Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida (AACC) 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘂𝗴𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗼!

In collaboration with the Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council, this first-of-its-kind event for AACC will connect businesses with key representatives from major corporations, government agencies, and local organizations across the public and private sectors. Learn about certification processes and opportunities for your business growth while engaging with organizations and experts who can guide you through the steps to certification and success.

WHEN & WHERE:
Date: Monday, September 15, 2025
Time: 4:30 – 8:00 pm
Where: National Entrepreneur Center
Address: 3201 E Colonial Drive, Suite A-20 Orlando FL 32803

Register now: https://asianamericanchambercfl.org/events
FREE Admission

ACT hosts AAPI National Voter Registration Day in Orlando - Lunch (Need RSVP)
2025-09-16 08:00 - 17:00 | A Gourmet Chinese Cuisine, 1101 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL, 32803, United States
Join ACT in the Mills 50 district for an afternoon of community, complimentary food, and sign-making to raise awareness for voter registration, particularly for the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community.
Date: Tuesday, September 16
Time: 12:00 PM (Noon) to 1:00 PM
Location: A Gourmet Chinese Cuisine (formerly Chuan Lu Garden)
Address: 1101 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32803
Hosted by: ACT

Event Schedule

12:00 PM: Doors Open & Complimentary Lunch
Gather and enjoy a delicious Sichuan Chinese lunch, provided by ACT. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow community members and organizers.
12:10-12:45 PM: Sign-Making Session
12:45-1PM: March on Mills
Get creative and make signs to help spread awareness for National Voter Registration Day. All materials will be provided.
1:00 PM: Event Concludes
Attendees will leave with signs to display and share, spreading the message of voter registration throughout the community.

Who Should Attend?

This event is open to everyone in the Orlando community, regardless of background. We especially encourage members of the AAPI community to join us as we work to empower all voices.

Please RSVP

For a proper headcount for lunch, please RSVP by using the Google Sign Up form. All are welcome, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdPXCOcsYQMcXMbdsnQ600iKemtVEbMxXUndSQbCHqaq7qNyA/viewform

Global Peace Film Festival: Man From Pretentia
2025-09-20 16:30 - 18:30 | Winter Park Library, 1052 W Morse Blvd, Winter Park, FL, 32789, United States
Director Liang graduated from the School of Journalism and Communication at Syracuse University. She previously worked as a director and editor for Taiwan Public Television and has served as a contributing director and editor for several television stations. She is currently a documentary director and editor in New York. Her work premiered at DOC NYC and won the Audience Choice Award.
She also wrote a special letter inviting members of the Taiwanese American Association of Greater Orlando (TAAGO) to attend. This event is not only an opportunity to support Taiwanese directors and showcase Taiwanese culture, but also to deeply feel the warmth and support of Taiwanese people during her visit to Orlando.
The key to this event is to encourage everyone to spread the word and invite more friends to participate, so that we can all support Taiwanese directors and international film festivals!
🎟️ Ticketing Information:
Online Ticketing 👉 https://peacefilmfestival.eventive.org/schedule/man-from-pretentia-688225bfbe7d07d921b60bb9
TAAGO Special Discount Code: M@nP3 (10% off)
Man from Pretentia offers a portrait of Paul Bridgewater, who hitchhiked to Manhattan without money or a plan at the age of 18 and eventually became a fixture of the then up-and-coming SoHo gallery district. Paul is driven by a love for art, the artists and the ordinary people who are deserving of beauty in equal measure. His lack of ambition for wealth and status makes his life a precarious tight walk that leads to the loss of his gallery in the end. Through it all he lives with integrity and enriches every life he touches. Chih Hsuan Liang’s respectful and deeply curious approach raises this profile from the merely “quirky” to the inspirational.
Winter Park Library
1052 W Morse Blvd. Winter Park, FL 32789
September 20, 2025, 4:30 – 6:15 PM EDT

Sart day - Wat Florida Dhammaram in Kissimmee
2025-09-21 10:30 - 14:30 | Wat Florida Dhammaram of Kissimmee, 2421 Old Vineland Rd, Kissimmee, FL, 34746, United States
Sart Day is traditionally the midyear merit-making event. On this day Buddhists dedicate their meritorious deeds to their deceased ancestors. There might be slight discrepancies of timing in different localities, but usually it is celebrated on the tenth lunar month.
Sart day has been continuously preserved as a tradition in Southeast Asian countries, such as Loa, Thailand, etc. We believe that our deceased ancestors may have an opportunity to encounter our generosity. This is an occasion for extending our gratitude; Katannu-katavedi. This gesture exemplifies the quality of our trained mind. Buddhists also perform a special ceremony, called Pamsukula, literally, (offering) a yellow discarded robe, dedicated to the deceased; after contemplating on the impermanence of all compounded things.
There is also a special way of offering requisites, called salak-bhatta (random selection of things to offer). It is comparable to the usual way of offering to the community of the Sangha. It is a meritorious act that amplifies the good fortune of the generous mind. Wat Florida Dhammaram invites everyone to participate in this special event of merit making.

10:30 am. Religious ceremony in the Uposatha Hale and offering alms food
11:00 am. Repast
01:00 pm. Delivery of semon.
01:30 ρπ Offering up robe to the monks, in memory of the descendants or ancestors (Pungsukuła).

Wat Florida Dhammara
2424 Old Vineland Rd, Kissimmee, FL 34746,
Tel. 407-397-9552
www.watfloridadhammaram.com,
www.facebook/watforida
watfloridadhammaram@yahoo.com

VNARP SouthEast Installation Gala
2025-09-25 17:30 - 21:00 | A Gourmet Chinese Cuisine, 1101 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL, 32803, United States
Join VNARP SouthEast on September 25, 2025 for a special night as they celebrate the official installation of the Vietnamese National Association of Real Estate Professionals – Southeast Chapter!

WHO ARE VNARP?Founded in 2015, the Vietnamese National Association of Real Estate Professionals (VNARP) was created to bridge the real estate network within communities across the U.S.Our mission is centered on: CARES Cultural Enrichment Advocacy Resource Hub Education Social Responsibility
TICKETS & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE NOWChoose from multiple ticket options and exclusive packages.
Ticket Purchase: https://app.glueup.com/event/vnarp-southeast-installation-146756/
For questions, please contact VNARP SouthEast at vnarpse@gmail.com

IABA Florida Real Estate Outlook 2025
2025-09-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Winter Park Community Center 721 New, 721 W New England Ave, Winter Park, FL, 32789, United States
The Indian American Business Association & Chamber (IABA) welcomes you to an exclusive evening:
Florida Real Estate Outlook 2025–2026
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Winter Park Community Center, FL
Why Attend?

2025–2026 Forecast: What’s ahead for Q4 & Q1
Expert Panel: Brokers, developers & economists
Smart Investments: Residential & commercial
Hotspots: Florida’s fastest-growing areas
Protect Your Investment: Strategies that work
Networking: Realtors, investors & industry leaders

Complimentary appetizers & drinks included.
Reserve your spot now: [Reserve Your Spot Now- CLICK HERE]
or for more info, visit: www.iabausa.com/re25
iabausa.team@gmail.com | 407-278-6688

Experience Asia in Tallahassee
2025-09-27 10:00 - 18:00 | Tom Brown Park., 443-557 Easterwood Dr, Tallahassee, FL, 32311, United States
more info at www.AsianCoalitionTLH@gmail.comOr you can direct your call to the following:850-321-1114 Aurora Torres Hansen850-728-0039 Aileen Ray850-300-1535 Angelina Wei

Suncoast Association of Chinese Americans Mid-Autumn Festival in Tampa
2025-09-27 12:00 - 15:00 | Tampa China Buffet, 1245 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL, 33612, United States
The Suncoast Association of Chinese Americans will celebrate the 2025 Autumn Moon Festival on September 27 from 12-3 pm at Tampa China Buffet. The event program will include a cultural show, raffle drawing, and a selection of culinary delights provided by the restaurant.

Delicious Chinese Buffet, Raffle Prizes and Cultural Performance Have fun eating together Saturday, September 27th, 2025 Saturday, September 27, 2025 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm V

Venue: Tampa China Buffet
1245 E Fowler Ave, Tampa FL 33612 Admission Fee Online registration: $18/Adult, $10/Under 16, At the door: $20/Adult, $13/Under 16. Delicious Chinese Buffet included Click or visit link below or scan the QR Code to register: https://forms.gle/A1Q5KqTW7pRytiMv5

Contact: Ming He 727-735-8035 Sunny Duann 727-656-9988 facebook.com/SACATampabay

Free Moon Cake for Each Paid Admission

Miami Dade College Harvest Moon Festival
2025-09-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Miami Dade College – Wolfson Campus, 300 NE 2nd Ave. Building 1, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Come and celebrate the Harvest Moon Festival with By Chinese Language Teachers Association of Florida on Saturday, September 27th from 1pm to 5pm at Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus!The Harvest Moon Festival, also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival or Moon Festival, is a traditional holiday celebrated in East Asia to honor the bountiful harvest and the fullest, brightest moon of the year. The festival involves family reunions, sharing special mooncakes, and admiring the moon. It is culturally similar to American Thanksgiving, with a focus on family and community.FREE ADMISSION – Bring the whole family!
Miami Dade College – Wolfson Campus Free Parking at Garage 7
300 NE 2nd Ave. Building 1, Miami, FL 33132
AUDITORIUM 1261
+ Lion Dance, Martial Arts, Peking Opera, Folk Music & Dance, Hanfu Show
For Event Information, Email: citafl@gmail.com

Mid-Autumn Harvest Moon Children Festival in Tampa
2025-09-27 18:00 - 20:30 | Alonso High School Auditorium, 8302 Montague St, Tampa, FL, 33635, United States
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Alonso High School Auditorium
8302 Montague St, Tampa FL 33635

Academic Awards to Honor Students-Presentong by Chair of HCPS
Awards for Vietnamese American History Essay (Students)
Asian American Traditional National Outfits Show
Fun for family and friends
Free lanterns, Face Painting and candies for children
Lion Dance & Amazing Vietnamese, Chinese; Korean, Filipino performances

Sponsored/Supported by
Hillsborough County Public Schools, HC Board of County
Commissioners HCDAC, and City of Tampa MAAPI, VVA 787, ROTC
Gaither & Sickles HS, Carrollwood Park Conservancy, and HCREC.
Contact: Anh Nguyen (813)570-0122
anntruong_2000@yahoo.com

Telangana Association of Florida (TGFL) 16th Grand Bathukamma and Dasara celebrations
2025-09-28 10:00 - 17:00
Telangana Association of Florida (TGFL) invite you, your family, and friends to join us for the 16th Grand Bathukamma and Dasara celebrations on Sunday, September 28, 20256500 Motor Enclave Wy. Tampa, FL 33610
Let’s come together to celebrate our rich culture, traditions, and community spirit!

AI RESEARCH AND EDUCATION AT IIT KANPUR AND WADHWANI SCHOOL OF ADVANCED AI AND INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS
2025-09-29 12:00 - 13:30 | UCF Student Union, Key West Room 218, 2715 Pegasus Dr, Orlando, FL, 32816, United States
Join The India Center at UCF for a panel with IIT Kanpur professors on AI Research and Education at the new Wadhwani School of AI. Sept 29, 2025 12:00–1:15 PM UCF Student Union, Key West 218Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and be part of the global AI conversation! Register now: https://bit.ly/IITKanpurUCF

Lunch & Learn with ADP
2025-10-02 11:00 - 14:00 | ADP Orlando – Westwoods, 2599 Lucien Way, Maitland, FL, 32751, United States
Join us for an exclusive Lunch & Learn with ADP, where business leaders and professionals come together to gain practical insights and strategies for success! Over lunch, you’ll hear directly from experts on the latest workforce trends, compliance strategies, and legislative updates—plus connect with peers and community leaders in an engaging and collaborative setting.
WHEN & WHERE

⏰ 11 AM – 2 PM
📅 Thursday, October 2, 2205
📍 ADP Orlando – Westwoods
2599 Lucien Way Maitland, FL 32751

Register now: https://asianamericanchambercfl.org/events

Opera Orlando 10th Anniversary Season: La Bohème
2025-10-03 19:30 - 21:30 | Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Phillips Center, 445 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
Opera Orlando kicks off its 10th Anniversary Season with Puccini’s beloved masterpiece La Bohème in a brand new production conceived and directed by the Company’s artistic director Grant Preisser. This passionate, timeless, and indelible story of love among young artists, stands as the world’s most popular opera with soaring melodies and passion that will leave you searching for a kleenex.
A truly star-studded cast takes the stage as Puccini’s lovesick young bohemians in this original production that transports the action from Paris, France to the “Paris of the east,” Shanghai during the 1930s with soprano Bizhou Chang as Mimi, tenor Yi Li as Rodolfo, baritone Seunghyeon Baek as Marcello, and mezzo soprano Ruoxi Bian as Musetta. Conductor Allan R. Scott makes his company debut leading the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra in the pit for this production which will also feature the Opera Orlando Chorus and Youth Company, original sets, and original costumes.
Enjoy Puccini’s glorious music at the world-renowned Steinmetz Hall and see the opera that has inspired multiple generations over its 130 year existence while also serving as the inspiration for the hit Broadway musical Rent. La Bohème is the definitive depiction of the joys and sorrows of love and loss while also revealing the deep emotional significance hidden in the trivial things—a bonnet, an old overcoat, a chance meeting with a neighbor—that make up our everyday lives.

GWN Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival 2025
2025-10-04 08:00 - 16:00 | Bill Frederick Park At Turkey Lake, 3401 S Hiawassee Rd, Orlando, FL, 32835, United States
Take part in the ultimate MLDB Championship, an international showcase of paddlers hungry for the opportunity to stretch their racing season to the max.
Festival grounds are sure to be abuzz with vendors and entertainment. The Health and Wellness Village provides products and services to help participants and spectators lead healthy, active lives. Taste the international flavors offered at Food Truck Bazaar, then head over to the Asia Trend Cultural Expo for displays and performances highlighting the diverse and fascinating cultures found throughout Asia. Wind down with a cold one at the Beer Garden – you’ll have earned it!
Orlando delivers an unforgettable day of competition, including a 2k pursuit for top Mixed crews (a favorite among spectators). Teams can relax under tents in the Athletes’ Village.
Compete against the most diverse pool of talent on the MLDB circuit and join us in celebrating another successful year of MLDB racing!
Asian Cultural EXPO
The Asian Cultural Expo showcases Asia’s diverse culture via exhibitions, performances, and crafts. Stop by the Expo to experience various fascinating cultural offerings from across the globe.

15th Annual Asian Cultural EXPO 2025 in Orlando
2025-10-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Turkey Lake at Bill Frederick Park, 3401 S Hiawassee Rd, Orlando, FL, 32835, United States
The 15th annual Asian Cultural EXPO
Oct 4 (Sat), 2025 10am – 3pm at Turkey Lake at Bill Frederick Park
3401 S Hiawassee Rd, Orlando, FL 32835.
Admission is FREE! Parking is FREE!
SHOWCASE THE CULTURE OF ASIA
● Performances ● Exhibitions ● Workshops

CHINA │ INDIA │ INDONESIA │ JAPAN │ KOREA │ PHILIPP INES │ TAIWAN │ VIETNAM
The family-friendly event includes art and crafts vendors, exhibitions and cultural demonstrations, music, and dance performances. We encouraging visitors to come out and spend the day enjoying Asia Fest, and the Orlando International Dragon Boat Festival, which will feature dozens of competitors paddling colorful boats with dragon heads on the vessels’ bows. Drummers aboard the boats keep their crewmates paddling in unison. The races get underway at 8 a.m. Saturday on the waters, with heat running every 10 minutes until the winning team is selected.

Bring your lawn chair to enjoy these exciting performances.
more info at www.AsianCulturalEXPO.org
Email: iLoveAsiaTrend.org
The Asian Cultural EXPO provides a unique opportunity for Asian Vendors or Exhibitors
to sell or feature their products or brand. The Festival puts you in front of a diverse group
of consumers and the corporate community. The captivating environment offers a truly
unique community event providing strong marketing and sales opportunities.
• 1-Day Festival • 2,000 Participants • 3,000 Spectators
• Ethnically Diverse • Part of Major Dragon Boat Festival
• FREE cultural workshops are available throughout the day

31st Annual South Asian Film Festival
2025-10-04 11:00 - 2025-10-06 20:30 | Enzian Theater, 1300 S Orlando Ave, Maitland, 32751, United States
Beyond Bollywood: The 31st Annual South Asian Film Festival showcases diverse images of the Indian subcontinent, its culture, and heritage through acclaimed independent films from across the globe. This program is part of Enzian Theater’s cultural festival circuit and is co-presented with the Asian Cultural Association

Swfca Chinese Association Mid-Autumn Festival
2025-10-04 11:30 - 17:00 | Bonita Springs Lions Center Rental Hall, 10370 Pennsylvania Ave, Bonita Springs, FL, 34135, United States
Join us for the Mid-Autumn Festival Potluck Party on October 4th!Celebrate this special holiday with family, friends, and delicious food. Whether it’s a favorite traditional dish or something new, we invite each family to bring a variety of creations to share. The Association will provide staple foods, mooncakes, fruits, beverages, and fun activities for all to enjoy. Early-bird tickets are available until September 30th (midnight). Ticket link: https://buytickets.at/swfca/1832301
