FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
AUSTIN, Texas, March 18, 2024 – The Lunar Foundation and the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the release of limited early bird tickets for the hotly anticipated inaugural Asian night market event, “Night Market,” scheduled to take place from Friday, May 24 to Sunday, May 26, 2024. This exciting, immersive, and culturally diverse event aims to activate and celebrate the incredible tapestry of Asian cultures while promoting Central Texas Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) businesses, artists, performers, and community organizations.
Celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the three-day event will be a unique experience, featuring a vibrant array of food stalls, artisanal crafts, live performances, interactive art installations, and much more. “Night Market” is not just an event; it’s a celebration of the dynamic strength, courage, creativity, and innovation inherent in the Austin Asian community. The three days will also have thematic programming, including but not limited to:
- Friday: Anime, CosPlay competition, K-pop dance
- Saturday: Muay Thai, food competitions, drumming teams, live music and painting
- Sunday: Family fun day, Yellow Yellow performance, crafts and free lanterns for kids, live music, book readings
“We are incredibly excited to bring ‘Night Market’ to the heart of Austin,” said Andrew Lee, Co-Chair for The Lunar Foundation. “This event is a testament to the diversity and cultural richness of our community, and we can’t wait to showcase the best of Asian heritage and cuisine to people from all over Texas.”
Early bird tickets are now available for purchase at a special discounted rate. Adult tickets for Friday and Saturday are priced at $25 each, while Sunday tickets are available for $20. Children aged 12 years and under can attend for free, but they must have a ticket for entry.
“We want to make ‘Night Market’ fun and accessible to everyone in the community,” said Mark Duval, president and CEO of the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce. “By offering early bird tickets at a discounted rate, we hope to encourage people to come together and experience the magic of this unique event.”
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration of Asian culture and community. Purchase your early bird tickets now and join us for an unforgettable weekend at “Night Market.”
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit https://nightmarket.fun.
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About the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce
Since its formation in 2012, the Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce has focused on improving the business climate in Austin, conducting job fairs, industry forums, educational seminars, and business networking functions. Our mission is to promote the Central Texas Asian Pacific American community and community at large as a catalyst for local and global economic growth through programs focused on Advocacy, Connection, and Education. Learn more at www.austinasianchamber.org.
Media inquiries:
Erich Pelletier, Communication & Marketing Manager – Greater Austin Asian Chamber of Commerce: [email protected]