Welcome to the highly anticipated return of the Asian American Expo in January 2024 at the iconic Fairplex! Following the resounding success of our 2023 event, we are thrilled to reunite with you to welcome the Year of the Dragon in grand style. As we embark on our 42nd annual celebration, we invite you to join us for the largest Lunar New Year extravaganza in America. Get ready to be captivated by a rich tapestry of cultural delights, from delectable cuisines to captivating entertainment, a diverse array of vendors to satisfy your shopping cravings, and a plethora of engaging activities. The red carpets are ready, and we can't wait to showcase why the Asian American Expo is a 'must-attend' cultural celebration, promising an unforgettable experience for all.
In January 2024, the Asian American Expo will mark its 42nd anniversary. Since its inception in 1982, the event has stayed true to its roots, evolving from a local community gathering to a grand celebration that unites people from various ethnic backgrounds in harmony. Under one roof, it showcases the splendidly unique cultures of Chinese, Taiwanese, Cantonese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Filipino, Malaysian, Indonesian, Thai, and more. With 1,300+ vendors across 7 exposition halls and 3 food pavilions, the Asian American Expo presents the absolute best of Asian culture, delivering culinary magnificence and cultural excellence.
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Joining Asian-American Expo is the fan-favorite anime convention ANIME Impulse and the return of two other thrilling events, K-PLAY! FEST and Sneaker Expo. A celebration of anime, video games, and fandom, ANIME Impulse seeks to welcome back fans by kicking off their con season with cosplay fun, voice actor guests and influencers, a bustling Artist Alley and Dealer’s Hall and more. Serving as a beacon for K-Pop fans all around, K-PLAY! FEST serves to be the new premiere event for Korean pop culture enthusiasts with cover performances, meet and greets with beloved social media influencers, with plenty more in store. Last but certainly not least, Sneaker Expo will welcome streetwear aficionados with a plethora of vendors offering the finest in sneakers and apparel.
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This year, attendees will be captivated in every sense of the word at the unique entertainment stages filled with non-stop performances. Featuring a variety of over 52 performance genres, guests can enjoy the likes of Chinese Acrobatics, Japanese Taiko, Korean traditional dances, cheerleading, marching bands, drum craft, ballroom dancing, fashion runways and more. With 2024 celebrating the Year of the Dragon, the acclaimed dazzling Lion and Dragon dances are absolutely not to be missed.
Asian American Expo
January 13 & 14, 2024
Pomona Fairplex
2705 Fairplex Dr
Pomona, California 91768
