May 24, 2022 – The 25th Annual Asian-American Heritage Festival will take place on Saturday, June 4 from Noon until 6 p.m. at Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. This cultural festival will showcase Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Indian, Thai and Vietnamese cultures with live songs, dances, musical performances, Asian arts and cultural exhibits, Chinese paper cutting and origami, and ethnic foods. It will also include, children’s entertainment, balloon sculptures, games and face painting. Free medical and dental screenings will be available to attendees.
Westchester County Executive George Latimer said, “May is Asian-American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The fabric of our community is strengthened by our diversity and these festivals are a great way for Westchester families and friends to experience a wonderful cultural exchange.”
Westchester County Parks Commissioner Kathy O’Connor said, “Celebrate the rich Asian-American culture and traditions through music, dance, food and activities for all ages right here in Westchester’s own Central Park.”
The festival will be held rain or shine. Seating is informal; bring blankets or folding chairs for seating on the lawn. No coolers will be allowed. Admission and parking are free.
The other heritage festivals in the series are:
- Albanian, Sunday, June 5, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Irish-American, Saturday, June 25, Noon to 6 p.m., Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale (Admission: $5 adults; free for ages 14 and under)
- African-American, Sunday, June 26, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Hispanic, Sunday, July 10, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Italian, Sunday, July 24, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- India, Sunday, Aug. 7, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Jewish, Sunday, Aug. 21, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
- Muslim Heritage, Sunday, Aug. 28, Noon to 6 p.m., Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla
Kensico Dam Plaza is located at the north end of the Bronx River Parkway in Valhalla.
This event is sponsored by Westchester County Parks and OCA – Westchester and Hudson Valley Chapter, with support from ArtsWestchester, India Center of Westchester.