Celebrate the unique culture and contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) throughout the month of May and all year long! Our list of family-friendly AAPI Heritage Month events in San Diego includes crafts, art projects, storytime, dance lessons, cooking demos and more.
AAPI Heritage Month Events
Children’s Day at the Japanese Friendship Garden. Make special koinobori, play games, eat kashiwamochi, wear yukatas and more. May 8, 10 am–4 pm. $50–$75. Balboa Park. www.niwa.org
FREE Celebrating Asian American History Month. An afternoon of dance celebrating Asian American History. May 7, 2:30–6 pm. Scripps Miramar Ranch Library, 10301 Scripps Lake Dr. www.sandiegolibrary.org
Pacific Islander Festival Luau Fundraiser. Live entertainment by Ka Hula O'Ilima and DJ Mikeski. Check out our onolicious menu, amazing silent auction prizes and raffle. May 25, 5 pm. Bali Hai Restaurant, 2230 Shelter Island Dr. www.facebook.com/events/668248944426021
Published: April 2022