3 Calgary Events to Celebrate Asian Heritage Month

Attend a pan-Asian artistic performance, see a photo exhibit highlighting Asian-Canadian stories, listen to cultural drumming performances and more.

Yadong Guan performs for the Asian Heritage Foundation. Photo courtesy of Parker PR.

ImaginAsian: Treasures of Asia & Canada Performance at Bella Concert Hall

When: April 25

Organized by the Asian Heritage Foundation, this event features artistic performances from artists of Asian descent, including South Asian, East Asian, Southeast Asian, Central Asian, Pacific Islander performers and more. Don’t miss this cross-cultural performance on April 25th.

Bella Concert Hall, 4825 Mt. Royal Gate S.W., tickets.mru.ca

 

FascinAsian Film Festival

When: April 30 to May 3

This film festival celebrating Asian stories and storytelling returns to Calgary with an exciting lineup of films and events at the Calgary Central Library. The festival’s fifth anniversary kicks off with a photo exhibit on April 30 showcasing the works of five Asian-Canadian photographers who capture the stories of Asian Calgarians.

Calgary Central Library, 800 3 St. S.E., fascinasian.ca

 

Drumming Delights: Asian Heritage Month

When: May 23

Join the Hindu Heritage Society for an indoor/outdoor market at the Bridgeland Riverside Community Association on May 23. The event will feature local artisans, food vendors and cultural drumming performances.

Bridgeland Riverside Community Association, 917 Centre Ave. N.E., eventbrite.ca

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