Columbus Asian Festival

The Columbus Asian Festival turns Franklin Park into a free and vibrant celebration of heritage, food, and performance.

Experience the Moment

  • Stand by a food stall and try something you can’t pronounce — let your tastebuds lead you.

  • Watch a martial arts or folk dance performance and feel how physical expression becomes story.

East Columbus / Franklin Park

Annual – May

Vibe Check

Cultural displays, performing arts, martial arts demonstrations, folk music and dance from numerous Asian countries (China, Japan, India, Indonesia, Korea, etc.). Large marketplace of food stalls offering Asian cuisines; art vendors; children’s activities & games.