The Department of Community Programs is hosting its fourth annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month event on Saturday, May 17, 2025. The free event will take place from 2PM to 6PM on the Village Green, located at 356 Broad Street. All citizens are invited to attend to celebrate and learn about AAPI culture.

The entertainment stage will feature performances from groups in different Asian communities, including:

·2:00-2:30 – Chinese Lion Dance and Shangwu Kung Fu

·2:40-3:10 – Karate Demonstration 

·3:20-3:35 – Tai Chi Demonstration with Ayriel 

·3:40-4:00 – Japanese Drums – Yoko Nakahashi Fellowship Ensemble

·4:00-4:30 – Dance X Studio Bollywood Dance

·4:30-4:50 - Royal Crew K Pop Performance with Royal Dance

·5:00 – Holi Celebration

The event will also include a Holi celebration and a ceremony to honor accomplishments of the AAPI community.

Several community organizations will set up displays highlighting different aspects of AAPI culture, with heritage showcases, outdoor games, and other activities. To set up a display, contact David Guida at dguidajr@cityofsummit.org.

The planning committee for this event includes members from the City of Summit, the Summit Chinese American Association, and volunteers from surrounding communities. This event is sponsored by Atlantic Health, Saint John’s Lutheran Church, and Summit AAPI.

More information on the event is available at www.summitcommunityprograms.com