Join changemakers from business, policy, tech, health, and beyond for a high-energy day of inspiration and action. Hear from groundbreaking women leaders, dive into candid conversations on closing the power gap, forge connections that open doors, and explore the SHEposium showcase of leadership, wellness, and innovation—all in one unforgettable experience designed to ignite your courage to lead.

The 9-Man Festival, hosted by The North American Chinese Invitational Volleyball Tournament (NACIVT) celebrates the history of 9-man volleyball, a variation of volleyball that emerged in the Chinese American community when discriminatory laws excluded players from mainstream sports. There will be food, music, and local vendors gathering in Chinatown to celebrate the culture and community of the sport. An exclusive screening of the documentary 9-MAN will take place at 7:30 PM at Columbus Park.

The Asian American Arts Alliance convenes Asian diasporic artists and leaders from the experimental and countercultural music scenes to discuss the challenges and lack of access facing Asian communities in the countercultural arts. Panelists will discuss the current state of the problem, issues of race and class for working artists, and imaginings of a better future.

Asia Society and National Geographic Documentary Films invite Asia Society Members to join us for a New York City Premiere of an upcoming feature documentary film, LOST IN THE JUNGLE.
After a deadly plane crash strands four young siblings deep within the Colombian rainforest, a dramatic rescue mission unfolds, uniting Indigenous trackers and the military in a race against time.
This is a Members-only event. Join today at AsiaSociety.org/NYMembership or email membership@asiasociety.org

Enjoy a double feature of two Vietnamese American documentaries: Sàigòn to Seattle (2025) and The Empathizer (2024), presented by the Wing Luke Museum in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnamese War. These two contemporary documentaries focus on the stories of Vietnamese-Americans grappling with their belonging and identity in both cultures. Following the screening of both films, there will be a moderated discussion with the filmmakers.

The Japanese Culture Center is hosting a workshop for bonsai lovers of all levels, with all materials provided to create a miniature work of art. Enjoy zen, creativity, relaxation, and the Japanese principles of wabi sabi and head home with a new plant friend!

Our Journeys, a traveling exhibition presented by Vietnamese Boat People (VBP) will debut in New York City at the Think!Chinatown studio, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon and hosted through September 30. A special opening preview and reception will be held to celebrate the debut of this exhibition, showcasing stories, media, and presentations centering the Vietnamese diaspora as narrators of their own history.

Roots and Wings: Celebrating Asian American Youth with the Power of Community is a transformative gathering designed to uplift, connect, and empower Asian American students, parents, and educators. This full day event from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM should engage hundreds of participants through dynamic panel discussions, interactive breakout sessions, and cultural showcases, participants will gain fresh perspectives, practical insights, and a deeper commitment to personal and community growth.

In a blend of Indonesian puppetry tradition with mixed-media production, Puno, Sewing Memories tells the story of Tala, a young girl coping with her father's passing and learning about life, death, and loss. Renowned for their mastery of puppetry, transforming whimsical and simple puppets into emotionally and intellectual challenging performances, Papermoon Puppet Theatre focuses on creating personal stories centered around individuals and their everyday lives.