Community EVENTS
Women's Pavilion at EXPO2025 Osaka
April 13, 2025
10:00 AM
Community Mixer
Osaka
Cartier
A World Expo is an event that brings together people and innovations from around the world in an effort to address issues facing humankind on a global scale. This year's theme is "Designing Future Society for Our Lives". The mission of the Women’s Pavilion is to create a legacy that can be passed on to future generations, and to contribute to unravelling the wisdom of humanity by drawing inspiration from communities across the globe. The Expo runs Apr 13 - Oct 13 2025.
The China Climate Conundrum
April 16, 2025
6:00 PM
Panel Discussion
New York City
Serica Initiative
As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, the need for international cooperation and innovative solutions has never been more urgent. However, with the U.S.’ withdrawal from key environmental initiatives, China has been pushed to the forefront of global climate leadership
CINGS and YCW invite you to speak with our experts to understand how China is now engaging with the EU, the Global South, and potentially even local American interests in the climate space.
MBTI Mixer: Spring Mingle Night @ China Institute in America
April 25, 2025
6:30 PM
Community Mixer
New York City
China Institute in America
China Institute in America is delighted to host MBTI Mixer – Spring Mingle Night, where MBTI(The Myers–Briggs Type Indicator personality types) meets ancient wisdom and modern fun! Whether you're an introspective INFJ, an energetic ENFP, or a strategic INTJ, this interactive event is designed to spark new connections, unexpected chemistry, and unforgettable memories. Event Highlights: Live Band Performance, K-pop Random Dance Challenge, Exclusive and Free Access to our new Exhibition.
The 2025 Committee of 100 Annual Conference & Gala
April 25, 2025
8:00 AM
Conference
Los Angeles
AAJA "The Wedding Banquet" Private Screening
April 27, 2025
12:00 PM
Screening
New York City
Starring Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone, Kelly Marie Tran, Han Gi-Chan, Joan Chen, and Academy Award Winner Youn Yuh-Jung, "The Wedding Banquet" follows Min, Chris, Angela, and Lee as they hilariously navigate cultural identity, queerness, and family expectations in a heartfelt story about chosen families. When Min's grandmother unexpectedly throws an extravagant Korean wedding banquet, their carefully laid plans spiral into delightful chaos.
Lahore Literary Festival in New York 2025
May 3, 2025
11:00 AM
Other
New York
Asia Society
The Lahore Literary Festival (LLF), one of South Asia’s premier cultural events, returns to Asia Society New York, exploring contemporary Pakistan through artists, writers, and other experts. The festival will present American audiences with a more nuanced view of Pakistan, with discussions on fiction and nonfiction writing, art, science, history, and politics. LLF 2025 brings Lahore and New York together with a vibrant selection of lyrical, literary and musical offerings.
Chef Katie Chin Presents - Holy Shiitake: A Wokstar is Born
May 3, 2025
8:00 PM
Other
Los Angeles
Asia Society
“Holy Shitake: A Wok Star is Born” follows Chef Katie Chin’s heartfelt and humorous journey from a Chinese American girl in Minneapolis to a culinary star. Guided by her mother Leeann Chin—who rose from seamstress to restaurateur—they bond through cooking, face cultural clashes, and build a shared legacy. After her mother’s passing, Katie embraces her heritage and finds purpose by continuing her mother’s culinary dream.
Three Seasons: Screening and Talk on the Making of Modern Vietnam
May 4, 2025
4:00 PM
Panel Discussion
New York
Asia Society
Join us for a screening of the film Three Seasons (1999), on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War and the 30th anniversary of U.S.-Vietnam Reconciliation. This screening marks the closing segment of Columbia University's symposium Conversations Left Unsettled: Healing the Wounds of War in Vietnam through the Arts, followed by a discussion with the film's director, Tony Bui, and Director of Columbia University's Weatherhead East Asian Institute, Dr. Lien-Hang Nguyen.
Chinese New Year Dinner at China Institute
Fundraiser
New York City
February 6, 2025
6:00 PM
China Institute in America
CHINESE NEW YEAR DINNER AT CHINA INSTITUTE to celebrate the Year of the Snake!
Join us for CNY at CI as we welcome in the Year of the Snake in our new China Institute Culinary Center. The evening will feature an outstanding feast created especially for this celebration by Chef Chiang (NYC) and Chef Peter Chang (DC)
Festivities include a vendor market during cocktails, a traditional lion dance, a fashion show with designer Grace Chen, and Sunshine Dance NYC!
Lunar New Year Extravaganza at Chelsea...
Community Mixer
New York City
February 9, 2025
11:30 AM
2025 RCEP Business Forum
Conference
Sydney
February 11, 2025
1:30 PM
Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business
The economic landscape in the Asia-Pacific region is undergoing significant transformations, driven by advancements in energy technology, shifts in trade policies, & the establishment of the RCEP, which comprises 15 member countries including China and Australia, represents a major milestone in regional integration. This collaborative forum between the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) & the University of Sydney (USYD), will explore the resulting opportunities for businesses.

Chinese New Year Dinner at China Institute
Fundraiser
Thursday, February 6, 2025
CHINESE NEW YEAR DINNER AT CHINA INSTITUTE to celebrate the Year of the Snake!
Join us for CNY at CI as we welcome in the Year of the Snake in our new China Institute Culinary Center. The evening will feature an outstanding feast created especially for this celebration by Chef Chiang (NYC) and Chef Peter Chang (DC)
Festivities include a vendor market during cocktails, a traditional lion dance, a fashion show with designer Grace Chen, and Sunshine Dance NYC!












