Cultural Events
Festivals, exhibitions, and community gatherings that bring Asian arts to life in Utah.
Beyond the Classroom
AACA's cultural events are where everything comes together. The calligraphy gets hung on walls. The martial arts get performed on stage. The cooking happens in shared kitchens with full tables. These aren't formal galas — they're community gatherings that happen to be organized around some of the oldest artistic traditions in the world.
We host events year-round, from large-scale Lunar New Year celebrations to intimate gallery openings and outdoor Tai Chi demonstrations. Most are free and open to the public.
Asian Art & Culture Day
Our flagship spring event — a full day of painting demonstrations, calligraphy, martial arts performances, music, and traditional food. Artists from across the community share their work and their stories.
Free and open to everyone. Bring a friend; bring the kids; stay for the afternoon.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
Our biggest annual event. Live performances, calligraphy demonstrations, traditional food, and activities for kids and families. Held each January or February at venues around the Salt Lake Valley, it draws hundreds of people from across the community.
Art Exhibitions
Gallery shows featuring work by AACA artists and visiting artists from China and across Asia. Recent exhibitions have been held at the Visual Art Institute and partner galleries. Shows typically include painting, calligraphy, and seal carving.
Community Festivals
AACA participates in and hosts cultural festivals throughout the year — from the Asian Festival at the Gallivan Center to smaller community markets featuring art, food, and demonstrations. These are open-air, family-friendly events.
Performance & Demonstrations
Live martial arts demonstrations, calligraphy performances (yes, watching a master calligrapher work is a performance), and cultural presentations at schools, libraries, and community centers across the Wasatch Front.
Check the events calendar for upcoming festivals, exhibitions, and performances.
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