The Chicago South Asian Film Festival (CSAFF) is dedicated to fostering a diverse cinematic experience in America through South Asian films. CSAFF is celebrating its 10th year in 2019 and the festival will host a number of special events at the film festival.

The Open Door series presents work from Chicago’s new and emerging poets and highlights the area’s outstanding writing programs.

Inside the music of Keshi, ethereal melodies and lo-fi beats entwine with handcrafted instrumentation and understated guitar wizardry, emitting modern transmissions by way of a traditional beacon.

A film and presentation by Barre Fong

Siakol(Noel Palomo) and The Youth (Dodong Cruz)

Dance concert featuring Chinese contemporary, classical, and folkloric work inspired by visual art.

World Music Festival Chicago opens Friday, September 13, with Ragamala: A Celebration of Indian Classical Music, a FREE overnight concert starting at 6 p.m. through 8 a.m. on Saturday.

Join the artist, Anna Murphy for a community unveiling for the second mural in Ping Tom Park!