Knoxville Asian Festival

Our mission is to create a welcoming community by sharing our Asian Arts and Cultures. The Festival strives to bring together people from various cultural backgrounds, to promote peace, harmony, unity and a healthy lifestyle. We are promoting a diverse and harmonious society that prepares today’s children to take the stage as true global citizens.

Voted the “Best Arts and Culture Event in the South" and "The BEST Festival 2024" by the TN Hospitality and Tourism Association, the Knox Asian Festival brings authentic foods, exciting performances, and traditional activities to Knoxville, TN. This event is packed with family-friendly fun, as you dive into the various Asian and Pacific Islander cultures of Japan, Indonesia, China, The Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan, India, Bangladesh, Thailand, Malaysia, Korea, Nepal, & Singapore. The day begins with the Asian Cultural Parade at 10:30 AM, starting at the Water Fountain on the Festival Lawn and ending at the Amphitheater stage. During the festival, booths for each country will have food vendors, activities, and performances for you to explore. There will also be ongoing performances in the Amphitheater and 2 other stages!