11th Annual · Presented by Asian Focus & the Town of Cary

Asia Fest2026

Saturday, September 19 · 9AM–5PM Koka Booth Amphitheatre, Cary NC

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See the energy. Feel the belonging.

Soar over Symphony Lake as dragon boats power toward the finish — a glimpse of the color, movement and community pride that fills Asia Fest each September.

Aerial view of four dragon boats racing across Symphony Lake at Koka Booth Amphitheatre during Asia Fest

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One day, a whole region together

What to expect at Asia Fest.

Four corners of the festival — on the water, on the stage, around the table, and at the health tent — all open to everyone.

A dragon boat team in teal life vests paddling in unison during a race

On the water 01 — Dragon Boat Racing

40+ teams, one heartbeat

Community, corporate and club teams power down Symphony Lake in the Triangle's most exhilarating race. Paddlers welcome — no experience required.

Dancers in flowing orange and gold costumes performing on the Asia Fest stage

On the stage 02 — Cultural Performances

40+ acts across Asia & beyond

Dance, music, martial arts and more, representing cultures from across the continent — performed all day on the main stage.

Smiling volunteers serving Vietnamese-American cuisine at a festival food booth

Around the table 03 — Food & Vendors

100+ flavors, crafts & makers

Sample street food from local chefs and browse a marketplace of artisans, small businesses and community organizations.

A large, diverse crowd gathered at the amphitheatre during Asia Fest

For your wellbeing 04 — Community Health Fair

Free screenings & counseling

Leading medical partners offer free eye, kidney, pharmacy and wellness counseling — care that meets families where they are.

The health fair

Care, free of charge — with partners who show up.

Each year, Asia Fest's community health fair brings together physicians, pharmacists and nurses to offer free counseling and screenings to every attendee.

Duke Eye Center Duke Med APAMSA UNC Kidney Center Alliance of North American Chinese Physicians RTP Chinese American Physician Association UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy Carolina Association of Pharmacy Students PNA-NC Philippine Nurses United Chinese Americans WAVES Walgreens

Be part of it

Find your way into Asia Fest.

However you want to show up — compete, sell, perform, serve or sponsor — registration is open. Each link goes to the official Asian Focus form.

Race a Dragon Boat

Build a team of paddlers and compete on Symphony Lake. All experience levels welcome.

Become a Vendor

Sell food or crafts, or showcase your business or organization to 10,000+ attendees.

Apply to vend

Perform on Stage

Share your culture through dance, music or martial arts on the Asia Fest main stage.

Apply to perform

Volunteer

Join the crew that makes the day happen — setup, hospitality, races and more.

Join the Health Fair

Medical partners & volunteers: offer free screenings and counseling to the community.

Health fair sign-up

Become a Sponsor

Premium brand visibility before a vibrant, diverse regional audience. See the sponsorship deck.

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Donate to Asian Focus Contact the team

The venue

Koka Booth Amphitheatre.

Set against the pines and water of Symphony Lake, Koka Booth is one of the Triangle's most beautiful gathering places — and the perfect stage for a day of racing, performance and community.

8003 Regency Parkway, Cary, NC 27518

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September 19. Bring everyone.

Heritage at the heart, the whole community welcome. Come race, taste, watch, serve — and feel what belonging looks like.

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