The Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival is set to light up Spokane on May 5, 2024, following the renowned Bloomsday celebration. A vibrant array of cultural performances and festivities await the public at Spokane Falls Community College Lair Auditorium.

Joining the festivities this year are local favorites Spokane Hula, live music by the Pacific Islander Association, and Indonesia's talented violinist, Christopher Anderson. Additionally, attendees can look forward to captivating performances by the Marshallese Youth Group, South Korea's Women Fighters K Pop, Indian Youth Club of Spokane, The Spokane Chinese Association Dancers, and the Filipino American Northwest Association. The event will be hosted by Weiling Zhu and Sindhu Surapaneni, with Sowmya Surapaneni serving as the Program Chair, Veronica Bropas as the Food Committee Chair, and Jackie Babol as the Overall Chair. Special guest appearances will be made by the Japanese Culture Club.

The festival will kick off with a sumptuous Asian meal served at the Sasquatch Ballroom from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM, followed by a cultural extravaganza from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Tickets are available for $10 for the show and an additional $10 for the delectable Asian cuisine. Tickets can be purchased online at aanhpispokane.org.

The United States has been commemorating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month since 2009, honoring the rich contributions and heritage of AAPI communities across the nation. This month-long celebration serves as an opportunity to reflect on the history, culture, and achievements of AAPI people.

The Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Festival is proudly sponsored by the AANHPI Coalition.