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South Asian American Lit Fest

Chicago’s first annual South Asian American Lit Fest (SAALF) 2026 is a free, one-day immersive diaspora event! RSVP today to stay tuned in.
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2026 Dim Sum & Then Some: The Uptown 5K/10K & Kids Dash

Grab your friends, family, co-workers and run crew to join 2,000 runners & walkers on August 1st, with kick off at Asia on Argyle.
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Chinatown Summer Fair 2026

The 47th Annual Chinatown Summer Fair is one of the most ethnically unique outdoor events in Chicago and the Midwest.
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2026 Asian Buddhist Heritage Celebration

This two-day celebration offers a rare opportunity to experience sacred Buddhist traditions in a peaceful and welcoming setting.
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The Shape of Belonging

Premiere screening of a new documentary exploring migration, memory, identity, and belonging in Chicago's South Asian community.
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2026 Chicago Chinatown 5K

This July 18th, be part of our mission. Run, walk, or volunteer at the 2026 Chicago Chinatown 5K. Every dollar raised goes directly to free programs serving our youth.
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Japan Fest Chicago 2026

Join us at a premier Midwest festival on July 11th & 12th celebrating Japanese culture and community!
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Fazlur Rahman Khan: The Man Behind the Skyscraper

Join us celebrate the legacy of Fazlur Rahman Khan, the Bangladeshi American engineer whose groundbreaking designs transformed modern skylines, including Chicago’s John Hancock Center and Willis Tower