Join us Saturday, July 18, 2026!

The 41st Annual Oregon Asian Celebration Returns!

Saturday, July 18, 2026 to Alton Baker Park 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Free Admission

Eugene, OR — This year we celebrate the “Year of the Horse,” a symbol of high energy, warm-hearted fun, and an outlook of good fortune.

The event opens to the public at 10:00 a.m. with the traditional Chinese Lion Dance to scare away the evil spirits and usher in a a day of good fortune. The Year of the Horse also symbolizes strength, energy, and success for good things to come fin 2026.

In the spirit of the horse, this vibrant celebration features colorful and lively performances on the Main Stage and Martial Arts Stage, more than a dozen Asian cuisine food trucks, a vibrant marketplace of vendors, exhibits, youth activities, “How-to opportunities”, a Karaoke contest with prizes, and more, to make this a memorable event for all ages.

We are now accepting applications or inquiries for main stage cultural performances, the marketplace, food vending, volunteers, and sponsors at AsianCelebration.org/get-involved.

Mark your calendar for July 18th! We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Asian Celebration!

Learn more about the Year of the Horse and what it symbolizes.

Thank You

For making our 40th annual Oregon Asian Celebration truly special!

We are deeply grateful to the wonderful and talented individuals who contributed their time, energy, and creativity to make this milestone 40th anniversary celebration a resounding success. From the sunny skies and smiling faces to the meaningful connections made throughout the day, it was a heartwarming event to remember. You—the public—truly gave meaning to the word community. Thank you for being part of this special day!

Special thanks to our incredible performers from near and far, the dedicated martial arts schools and their talented students, and the organizations that provided fun, family-friendly activities for youth. We’re also grateful to the more than 85 food and marketplace vendors who helped create a festive atmosphere and brought the event to life—and to our amazing volunteers and event planning committee, whose behind-the-scenes efforts make it all look effortless.

This free community event would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors, including Northwest Community Credit Union, the City of Eugene, Lane County, the State of Oregon DAS, Oregon Health Insurance Marketplace, KLCC-FM, and KVAL-TV.

Thank you all for helping us celebrate 40 years of culture, community, and connection!

Enjoy these festival photos and see you next year!

Event Highlights

Performances

Enjoy Asian cultural dances, music that touches your heart and soul such as Japanese Taiko, Koto, and Indonesian Gamelan; native songs representing a diversity of Asian cultural heritages and more.

Asian Foods

Try tempting culinary treats from across Asian cultures at the popular Asian Food Court! Favorites such as Pad Thai, Yakisoba noodles, chara masala, bubble tea, and delicious fare such as bulgogi, kimbap, Korean corn dog, & toppoki are are available from a variety of vendors.

Marketplace

Peruse the marketplace for a wide range of imported goods as well as local handicrafts.Numerous vendors sell their wares and handmade items. The festival welcomes community, nonprofit, civic and arts organizations to share information and resources for our community.

Youth Activities

Our mission includes educating young people about the richness and contributions of Asian cultures and learning to respect all people regardless of differences. Activities for young people include crafts such as Gyotaku fish print making, manga, Tibetan woodblock printing, origami, and taiko drumming.

Martial Arts

See a diversity of martial arts practiced in one location! More than a dozen martial art schools perform at the festival to showcase the beauty and strength of their specific martial art form. Instructors and students demonstrate Taekwondo, Tai Chi, Karate, Aikido, Kung Fu and more.

Fine Arts & Crafts

Beautiful works of art - paintings, sculptures, and multi-media artwork by local artists are showcased. You will find Chinese brush painting, Indonesian batik, Japanese fiber art, painted gourds, Chinese paper cuts, multi-media art, contemporary art and more.

Heritage Exhibit

We're celebrating our 40th anniversary! Stop by the Heritage Exhibit booth to see an exhibit showcasing 40 years of beautiful event posters. Learn about the early years of the festival!

Getting There

Ride LTD for Free or Bicycle to the Oregon Asian Celebration.
Lane Transit District (LTD) and Cascadia Mobility are partnering with the Oregon Asian Celebration to encourage alternative transportation to Alton Baker Park to enjoy the festival.

Planning on bringing your dog to the Celebration?
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We are seeking performers, artisans, vendors, and volunteers!

Join Us!