Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena and the Town Board have announced that the town’s Asian American Festival will be held on Saturday, May 18, starting at 11:30 a.m. at North Hempstead Beach Park in Port Washington. WAC Lighting will be the primary sponsor for this year’s event.
“North Hempstead’s Asian American Festival is a special celebration of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month,” said DeSena. “Our town’s eclectic diversity makes North Hempstead such a wonderful place to live and raise a family. Such diversity is our strength, and we must embrace the heritage of our neighbors and town. I encourage everyone to stop by on May 18 for an exciting and educational day for the whole family.”
May 2024 has officially been proclaimed Asian American and Pacific Islander American Heritage Month in the Town of North Hempstead.
Since the first Asian American Festival in 2010, members of the North Hempstead community have celebrated the Asian cultures represented in North Hempstead during AAPI Heritage Month. The celebrations include live performances, food from local restaurants, and cultural activities.
Additionally, there will be a market and food representing the countries of Afghanistan, China, India, Japan, Korea, Pakistan and the Philippines.
There is a $10 parking fee per vehicle if paying with cash and a $7 fee if paying with a credit or debit card.
For more information, please call 311 or (516) 869-6311.
