Asian Heritage – Edmonton

Memories of Old Macau: The Story of My Childhood Author: Amy Lau The Chinese edition was a #1 Best Seller

Have an interest in trying out lion dance? Come dance with us on July 7th, 2025 at our open house! Lion dance is a great way to build community and meet others interested in Chinese heritage and tradition. Especially as a way to be immersed in a part of the Chinese culture of Edmonton!

Experience the magic of Fort Edmonton Park during Disney Movie Month at the beloved Capitol Theatre! Catch the epic story of Mulan—a brave young woman who takes her ailing father's place in the Chinese army. Though she's technically unqualified to serve under a strict patriarchal system, Mulan cleverly disguises herself as a man and joins the … Continue reading Mulan at the Capitol Theatre →

We present a unique summer camp that unveils the captivating world of Japan! A rare chance to immerse yourself in Japanese culture awaits! This camp is tailored for kindergarten through 2nd-grade students with a keen interest in Japanese language and culture. All children who are totally unfamiliar with Japanese are welcome! Indulge in thrilling activities and master … Continue reading FUN Japanese Summer Adventure for Kids 2025 →

We present a unique summer camp that unveils the captivating world of Japan! A rare chance to immerse yourself in Japanese culture awaits! This camp is tailored for 3rd-grade through 6th-grade students with a keen interest in Japanese language and culture. All children who are totally unfamiliar with Japanese are welcome! Indulge in thrilling activities and master Japanese … Continue reading Kon-nichiwa Japanese Discovery camp for Juniors 2025 →

Jia Jia Yong is a harpist and composer based in Edmonton. She performs as a freelance musician at various events in Edmonton and area and also enjoys developing collaborative projects with other musicians and artists. Since 2021, Jia Jia has developed multidisciplinary pieces that bring together Chinese traditional art forms, such as calligraphy and martial … Continue reading Chinatown Live Music Series: Jia Jia Yong at Little Bonbon →

Experience the world in a weekend at the world's largest multicultural festival. Take a peek at Pakistan, taste the flavours of Fiji, feel the beat of Burkina-Faso and explore cultures from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe. The Edmonton Heritage Festival is a family-friendly, alcohol-free mingling of nations. Sample culinary treats, shop for artwork, and chat with folks … Continue reading Edmonton Heritage Festival →

Canada’s longest running anime festival Canada’s longest running anime festival featuring cosplay, concerts, gaming, and a large vendor hall. Come meet fans and make friends in the community! Animethon is a full 3-day summer festival for fans of anime, gaming, Japanese pop culture, and related interests taking place at the Edmonton Convention Centre, August 8-10. … Continue reading Animethon →

Looking for a fun and educational summer experience for your child? The Edmonton Japanese Community Association is offering a week-long Japanese summer camp for teens. Our Japanese summer camps are designed for teenagers who want to explore the Japanese language and culture through engaging activities and experiences, where campers not only learn basic Japanese but … Continue reading 2025 Teens Summer Camp – Japanese Language and Culture →

Mark your calendars because the Edmonton Chinatown Dragon Festival is BACK from August 15 - 17 Featuring 9 days of incredible events, there's something for the whole family to enjoy including: Dragons in the Park Lion Dance Workshop Dragon Food Tour Canadian National Lion Dance Championship Taste of Chinatown festival and a spectacular Dragon Ball … Continue reading Edmonton Dragon Festival & Dragon Ball Gala →