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Asian American and Pacific Islander · Festival · Metairie, Louisiana

Asian Heritage Festival

2027 dates not announced yet · usually May

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About Asian Heritage Festival

A free festival for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month organized by the Asian/Pacific American Society of New Orleans. It is held at Lafreniere Park in Metairie with food, performances and community booths.

What to expect

Cultural festivals like this one bring a community's food, music, dance, art and traditions to a public space, usually with performers, local vendors and community organizations.

Asian Heritage Festival has included cultural performances, food, community booths and scholarship announcement.

Asian Heritage Festival was first held in 1980. The organizer lists it as free to attend.

The organizer has not announced dates for 2027 yet. In 2026 it was held May 16, 2026.

  • Cultural performances
  • Food
  • Community booths
  • Scholarship announcement

Where it happens

Asian Heritage Festival is held at Lafreniere Park in Metairie, Louisiana. It is one of 14 cultural festivals in Louisiana on this calendar.

Map centered on Metairie. The organizer lists Lafreniere Park.Directions

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Questions about Asian Heritage Festival

When is Asian Heritage Festival 2027?
The organizer has not announced 2027 dates yet. In 2026 it was held May 16, 2026.
Where is Asian Heritage Festival held?
Asian Heritage Festival takes place at Lafreniere Park in Metairie, Louisiana.
Is Asian Heritage Festival free?
Yes. The organizer lists Asian Heritage Festival as free to attend.
What happens at Asian Heritage Festival?
Events have included: cultural performances, food, community booths, scholarship announcement.
Who organizes Asian Heritage Festival?
Asian Heritage Festival is organized by Asian/Pacific American Society (APAS). Their official site is apasnola.com/fest.
What other cultural festivals are near Metairie?
The closest others on this calendar are BlackAmericana Fest in New Orleans, LA (about 15 miles); Congo Square Rhythms Festival in New Orleans, LA (about 15 miles); Dia de los Muertos Festival (New Orleans) in New Orleans, LA (about 15 miles).

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