The Asian Food and Culture Festival returns for 2026!
The 7th Annual Asian Food and Culture Festival is returning for another exciting event in 2026! The Asian Food and Culture Festival brings together the best of Asian Heritage from all over the Buffalo, NY area in a day-long event! Indulge in a diverse selection of Asian Cuisine from local restaurants, shops, and food trucks.
Experience a wide variety of mesmerizing live performances and musical exhibitions, and explore a wide showcase of culture with traditional arts, crafts, and customs. Connect with vendors and organizations supporting our local community, and engage with others in our community. Get up and have some fun with engaging and interactive activities! Show off your Asian traditions and style in a welcoming environment!
This is our largest festival of the year, and is made possible by our team of amazing volunteers, and your support! By attending, spreading the word, or lending a helping hand, every bit of community involvement helps to grow our event. While you’re here, also check out and support the Asian American Cultural Alliance, our co-organizer for this event.
Are you a Vendor, Sponsor, or Community Organization and wish to be a part of our event? Would you like to become a volunteer? Please contact us!
Event Performance Schedule:
Morning (Program 1):
- A1: Ghoomar by Darshana Acharya
- A2: Dance by Devi Performing Arts
- A3: Basson Solo – Sonata in F Minor “Allegro” by G. Telemann performed by Yuhan Yan
- A4: SNSD (Girls’ Generation) ‘Genie’ Dance Cover by LUNAIRE
- A5: Jeeva Sri Lankan / South Indian Song performed by Jeeva Seevaratnam Singar
- A6: A Joyful Life in the Mountains by CCWNY Senior Community Dance
- A7: Balle Balle Punjabi Dance by Balle Balli Punjabi Bhangra
- A8: Zoo by Yi’s Dance Studio
- A9: Vivid Crew K-Pop Dance Cover by Yi’s Dance Studio
- A10: Ponglang Dance and Folk Music by Thai Dance and Music
- A11: Psycho by Yi’s Dance Studio
- A12: Taichi Lotus Fan by Yi’s Dance Studio
- A13: Bhangra by Balle Balle Punjabi Bhangra
- A14: Blessing Dance by Thai Heritage Dance Group
- A15: Master Khechen’s Cheektowaga Strike Team performance by Master Kheechen Martial Arts Academy
- A16: Mahoree Isan by Thai Heritage Dance Group
- A17: Folk & Kathak, Fusion Dance by Nusrat Jahan Prema
- A18: Zumba by Zumba with Melissa.
Afternoon (Program 2):
- B1: 28 Style Taichi Fan by Buffalo Taichi Group
- B2: 28 Form Taichi Fist by Buffalo Taichi Group
- B3: Arakan Culture Dance 1) Bylar La by Arakan American Community
- B4: Arakan Culture Dance 2) Bar Bu Shi Yint by Arakan Community of Buffalo
- B5: Qīng Gē Màn Gǔ 清歌漫谷 by Fanghua Dance Group
- B6: A Magnificent Dance by Yi’s Dance Studio
- B7: South Asian Dances by Saara Shamim and Fhaizah Afroze Rukaiya and Fhaizah
- B8: Poetry and Prose Gathering by Buffalo Chinese School Opera Class
- B9: ETA by LUNAIRE
- B10: Shuǐ Yáo Shàn Yǐng 水谣扇影 by Fanghua Dance Group
- B11: Shape Of You Dance by Kala Seva Arts & Cultural Society
- B12: Ancient Veena String Instrument by Ricky Ravi
- B13: Lemonade – Aespa Dance Cover by LUNAIRE
- B14: ABCD by Nayeon (Extended Version) by Jessica Fanterigo
- B15: Let’e Tapyin Tee by Burmese Music & Dance
- B16: Jay Aquarius Live in Symmetry: 3 Song Setlist by Jay Aquarius LLC
- 1: Teach Me
- 2: Caged Bird
- 3: Stay Alone
- B17: Balinese DAnce Rejang Dewa by Nusantara Arts
- B18: SangKran Festival Dance by Jaka Mon Community of Buffalo
- B19: Uthon
- 1: Prothon Bangladesher Amar Shesh
- 2: Jao Pakhi Bolo Tare
- 3: Ei Padma Ei Meghna
- 4: Chena Chena Laga
- 5: Ore Bangladesher Meye Re Tui Heila Duila Jas
- 6: Tomar Ghore boshot kore koyjon
- B20: K-Pop & J-Pop Dance Showcase by LAVA-U
- 1: Sain wa B (サインはB)
- 2: Kimi Impression (キミインプレッション)
- 3: Catch Catch
- 4: Cheki Cheki LOVE ME (チェキチェキ LOVE ME)
- 5: Star☆T☆Rain
- 6: Say What
- 7: Say What
- 8: Magnetic
- 9: MY WILL
- 10: Revenge of B (Bのリベンジ)
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Vendors and Event Map:
Below is a map of the event as well as a list of all of our community vendors who help to make WNY a great place to be, and who help to make this event a success.
- Tiny Thai
- Sun Cuisine
- 716 Sips
- UneBiBaked Goods
- Siam BFLO
- Milk and Tea
- Anchi A la Carte
- Street Asian Food
- WNYCCC
- Rainbow Bridge Cultural Center
- Best Asian Market
- Kohinoor Jewelry & Toys
- AYLUS
- US Army National Guard – NY
- Dragon Girl Tea
- Kabab and Curry
- Lime House
- Thai House
- Caribbean Taste
- Milk Therapy
- Pattaya Street Food
- Piony Boi
- Office of Mental Health – WNY
- Heritage Kaphi
- UB APAMSA
- AHSANESSENCE
- Belov’d Creations
- ndigo Productions (Stage and LED Signage)
- RFC Foods
- Laahé
- Linde
- Rich’s Products
- Frank Chen / Forever Green
- Green Mountain Energy
- Clear Path Solutions
- Yifei’s Fine Brushwork
- Over The Mooncakes LLC
- Preti Organic Spa
- Bounce House
- The Lens Friends
- IYASAKA
- Zhen Studio
- Temari Japanese Art
- Renewal by Anderson
- Queen City Funding, Inc.
- AACA
- CCFWNY
- Tai’s Sweet Shop
- Valley Community Association
- Justice League of WNY
Event Details:
📅 Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
🕰️ Time: 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Canalside, Buffalo, NY – 44 Prime St, Buffalo, NY 14202 (Map This)
🎟️ Free & Open to the Public. Family friendly! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy our performances!
🚙 Parking: Free Street-side parking is available within walking distance of the Buffalo Canalside venue. Paid parking ramps and lots are also available within walking distance.
🚌 Public Transportation Accessible: Easy Access via NFTA Bus and Metro Rail
✨ Save the date and bring your friends and family! Celebrate culture, taste, and togetherness at Canalside this August.
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