April 30, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon. The Historic New Orleans Collection is sharing the stories of Vietnamese American elders through their newest exhibit, Making it Home: From Vietnam to New Orleans. Come say "hi" to our APAS table on HNOC's Community Day: Saturday, April 12th!
The Vietnamese Community at Woodlawn Church is hosting a Hoi Cho Mua Xuan Spring Fest with live music the last weekend of April!
The Vietnamese Community in Louisiana has organized the April 30 National Remembrance Ceremony to commemorate the 50 year anniversary of the fall of Saigon. All are invited to honor this monumental date.
As a 501(c)3, donations like those on GiveNOLA Day support the continuation of APAS events, including the annual Asian Heritage Festival, Children's Party, APAS Picnic, and scholarship awards. Donations and volunteers help maintain the free, open access to our events and continue other philanthropic efforts, such as providing aid to local houseless persons and victims of our unpredictable weather. Donate to APAS directly through www.apasnola.com/donate anytime, 365 days a year!
The Asian Heritage Festival is moving to Lafreniere Park! All ages are welcome to this free, family friendly festival celebrating the many communities that create the Asian Pacific American Society on May 31st!
If you are interested in participating as a performer, vendor, or volunteer, complete applications and send them to EVENTS@apasnola.com.
APAS HF Performance Application - Form Fillable.pdf
2025 HF Booth Registration Form Fillable.pdf
Performance applications must be submitted by May 3rd and vendors by May 10th!
Happy 127th Independence Day, Philippines! Join the Philippine-Louisiana Historical Society and Republic of the Philippines in New Orleans to celebrate this amazing celebration.