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Charlotte city hosts AAPI heritage month
Visitors can experience the culture of Charlotte’s AAPI community, from cultural festivals to acclaimed restaurants and entrepreneurs.
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Staff Reporter - Wed, 13, May 2026
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The City of Charlotte is celebrating the month of May as the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority said on May 12.
As part of the festivities, the city will spotlight vibrant cuisine, cultural festivals and creative voices representing Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
As part of the festivities, visitors can experience the culture of Charlotte’s AAPI community, from cultural festivals to acclaimed restaurants and entrepreneurs.
The celebration would feature the annual Charlotte Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Festival on May 16 at Ramsey Creek Park on Lake Norman. The event will feature dragon boat races, live performances, and traditional cuisine and crafts.
The Charlotte region is the second-largest migrant group in the metro area with more than 138,000 Asian Americans or Pacific Islanders calling it home.
“Charlotte’s AAPI community is an important part of what makes our region such a vibrant and welcoming destination,” said Laura White, CRVA Chief Brand & Strategy Officer.
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Talking about the festivities, White added, “Visitors can explore a wide variety of experiences that offer an immersive look into the dynamic intersection of cultures that shape our city.”
The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA) is the official organization responsible for promoting Charlotte as a destination, driving tourism, and managing major venues such as the Charlotte Convention Center, Spectrum Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame to boost the region’s economy.
The month will also spotlight Charlotte’s culinary scene, allowing visitors to explore local favorites and discover new eateries.
From Curry Gate’s traditional Indian tandoori, handmade Chinese dim sum at The Imperial Treasure or the Vietnamese pho at Lang Van, the celebration seeks to introduce visitors to the people and traditions behind the cuisine.
Restaurateur and entrepreneur Bryan Li said, “Charlotte has become a place where people are genuinely excited to experience different cultures through food and shared experiences.”
Li continued, “There’s a collaborative spirit here that allows creativity and tradition to exist side by side, and visitors can feel that energy throughout the city.”
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