Asian Heritage - Edmonton

Mulan at the Capitol Theatre
2025-07-12 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Edmonton) | Fort Edmonton, 7000 143 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 4P3, Canada
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 ranks. With the help of her wisecracking dragon sidekick, Mushu, she uses her wit, courage, and heart to help stop a Hun invasion—and even finds herself falling for a charming young captain along the way.
Get ready for a day full of family-friendly fun and unforgettable adventure!

Lion Dance Class Open House
2025-07-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Chinese Freemasons Hall, 9622 - 102 Avenue NW, Edmonton, T5H 0E6
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!

Memories of Old Macau - Book Launch
2025-07-06 13:00 - 16:00 | Indigo, South Common, 1837 – 99 Street
Memories of Old Macau: The Story of My Childhood
Author: Amy Lau
The Chinese edition was a #1 Best Seller

Canada Day - Awakening Heritage Chinatown
2025-07-01 12:00 - 19:00 | Edmonton Chinatown Multicultural Centre, 9540 - 102 Avenue NW, Edmonton, T5H 0E3
Stories of Chinese Merchants in Western Canada. Special thanks to Bruce Peel Special Collections
Vendors, crafts and activities
Performances
$3 for a hot dog and bottle of water
Edmonton Chinatown Multicultural Centre
9540 – 102 Avenue NW
12 Noon to 7 pm

Canada Day with a Chinese Cultural Experience
2025-07-01 12:00 - 18:00 | West Edmonton Mall, 8882 - 170 Street NW, Edmonton, T5T 4J2
Celebrate Canada Day with the Canada-China Friendship Society of Edmonton!
Enjoy music, dance, Chinese calligraphy, and painting giveaways, have your name written in Chinese, and make origami crafts.
A joyful celebration of culture and friendship—everyone is welcome!

Phase IV Stage

The Paper Trail to the 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act Book Launch
2025-06-30 13:00 - 15:00
The Paper Trail to the 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act is now at the printers and will be officially released June 24, 2025.This limited-edition, hardcover book is a standalone publication that goes broader and deeper into the story of the Exclusion Act period (1923-1947) and its aftermath (post 1947) than was possible to do in the landmark Vancouver exhibition. The pages explore the broad range of human experiences of exclusion as revealed through the many stories of the lives it touched. The stories in this book reveal haunting tales of tragedy, loss and despair as well as powerful examples of courage, perseverance, and resilience. They chronicle the lives of ordinary people caught in extraordinary times. Many stories and images are being shared publicly for the very first time.Secure a copy for your family’s library. Consider this book to be both a present and future family heirloom: a gift to be passed on to ensure that generations of Chinese Canadians to come will deeply understand and appreciate the history and experiences of their ancestors. Consider getting an extra copy for friends, a teacher in your life, or others in your family.

​Price $59.95​​

Includes complimentary tickets to the June 30, 2024 book launch in Edmonton (value $20).

English, hardcover, 256 pages
ISBN: 9781069093516
Official release: June 24, 2025

Pre-Order Your Book

The Mah Society of Edmonton and Journey of the Horse are please to offer a limited number of books for pre-order. AND, we are also delighted to host author, Catherine Clement, at an Edmonton book launch event on June 30, 2025.
​​Price $59.95​​

Includes complimentary tickets to the June 30, 2024 book launch in Edmonton (value $20)

Paper Trail Book Launch
with special guest, Catherine Clement
Location currently being confirmed
June 30, 2025 at 1:00 pm
https://journeyofthehorseyeg.wixsite.com/home/papertrailbook

Chinatown Live Music Series: Nanyen Lau at Boa & Hare
2025-06-27 18:30 - 22:00 | Boa & Hare, 10520 97 St NW #127, Edmonton, AB T5H 4J1, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 4J1, Canada
​With 20 years of experience in performing and teaching the Chinese two-stringed violin Erhu, Nanyen Lau is dedicated to bringing her unique culture and music to a wider audience through teaching and performing. She is a longtime member and current concertmaster of the Edmonton Chinese Philharmonica Orchestra and artistic director of Echo Ensemble. Inspired by the music of Genshin Impact, Legend of Zelda, and Studio Ghibli, her performances feature her favourite video game, anime and movie soundtracks as well as traditional and contemporary repertoire.
Boa & Hare is a café and cocktail bar in downtown Edmonton from the same crew behind Van Loc, with the addition of Winnie Chen’s culinary creativity. It’s a space that moves with the day: coffee and calm in the morning, cocktails and connection at night. Good vibes and a menu that reflects both craft and comfort. Built with the same community spirit we bring to Chinatown, Boa and Hare is a place to gather, connect, and just be.
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​Come experience the music and the space!
Registration required.

The Jade Brush
2025-06-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Boa & Hare, 10520 97 St NW #127, Edmonton, AB T5H 4J1, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 4J1, Canada
Learn more about our watercolour workshop host Hui Yang!!! You may have seen her and her work around at events with the Chinese community! Remember to sign up for her workshop and we all hope to see you there!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdExOt-RJCp6idi2DKuXGnWcJ-gtsbLl7hYjKrsJ043d2Lm6g/viewform?usp=header

Chinatown Live Music Series: Nicholas Yee at Paper Birch Books
2025-06-13 18:30 - 22:00 | Paper Birch Books, 10825 - 95 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta
Nicholas is a musician and multidisciplinary artist with a love for movies, the mountains, and milk tea. He makes music that’s mellow and moody, and recontextualizes the cello and other classical instruments to engage in cultural conversations.
​As a cellist, he has performed at the JUNO Awards with artists like Shawn Mendes and Jessie Reyez, recorded for music labels Seeking Blue and 88rising, and performed for the Pope when he visited Canada in 2022. Nicholas is currently a member of the Stringbeans Quartet.
​Paper Birch Books is a used & new bookstore and cafe in inner city Edmonton, on the blurry edge of Chinatown in McCauley. An Asian co-owned small business, Paper Birch hosts a vast, eclectic collection of books timely and timeless, rad, rare, and spectacular, with a bent towards the literary, intellectual, curious, underrepresented, and marginal. The bookstore also features a suspended book and coffee fund available for low-income community members. As a venue, Paper Birch Books hosts literary, educational, arts and social justice themed events, from naloxone trainings to poetry readings, book launches, and panels, with more to come!
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​Come experience the music and the space!

Van Loc Party
2025-06-07 12:00 - 2025-06-08 17:00 | Van Loc, 10648 98 St NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 2N7, Canada
Join us throughout the weekend of June 7-8th for live music, local artists, food and vendors, live DJs, lion dance performances, martial arts, dance, Taichi, karaoke and more.

Asian Heritage Month - Arts in Archives
2025-05-31 14:00 - 17:30 | Edmonton Archives, 10440 - 108 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5H 3Z9, Canada
The Edmonton Archives has a free celebration of Asian Heritage Month.
Join in touring the archives to gain a deeper understanding of Asian heritage in Edmonton.

Asian Heritage Month - How Much Do You Know about Jade?
2025-05-25 10:30 - 12:00 | Edmonton Chinatown Chinese Library, 9540 102 Avenue, 2nd Floor, Edmonton, T5H 0E3

Asian Heritage Month - Qing Ming River Scene
2025-05-24 10:30 - 12:00 | Edmonton Chinatown Chinese Library, 9540 102 Avenue, 2nd Floor, Edmonton, T5H 0E3

Asian Heritage Month - Japanese Dance - Workshop and Show
2025-05-24 09:00 - 2025-05-25 14:30 | Edmonton Japanese Community Association, 6750 - 88 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 5H6, Canada
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend filled with the elegance and beauty of Japanese dance! The EJCA Wakaba-Kai dance group proudly presents an enjoyable Japanese dance workshop and show together with talented groups from Lethbridge, Calgary, Hamilton, and Thunder Bay.
Workshop Schedule:

Saturday, May 24, 2025: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday, May 25, 2025: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Discover the world of Japanese Traditional Dance, Minyo, Bon-Odori, and more! The number of attendees to the workshop is limited, so secure your spot early. Plus, enjoy a delicious Bento lunch provided on both days! If needed, Wakaba-kai will lend you Yuka-ta, Tabi socks, and Fan free of charge. Then, stay for the show and refreshments.
Workshop fee: $50, including 2 lunches
Show Schedule:

Sunday, May 25, 2025: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Come witness performances by each participating group and enjoy refreshments after the show.
Show ticket: $10
Registration deadline: April 30, 2025
Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich culture of Japanese dance. Register for the workshops and show by April 20, 2025, at the Edmonton Japanese Community Association – Japanese Dance – Workshop and Show
For any questions, please feel free to contact: Keiko Frueh: 780-436-5843 Email: keikofrueh@shaw.ca

EJCA Wakabakai Japanese Dance
日本舞踊ワークショップと公演へのご案内
５月２４日（土）及び２５日（日）の２日間、EJCA センターにて、エドモントン若葉会踊りグループは、レスブリッジ、カルガリー、ハミルトン、サンダーベイからの素晴らしいダンスグループの方々をお招きして、楽しく、賑やかな、盆踊りと日本舞踊のワークショップと公演を開催します。
またとないチャンス、参加されて、この素晴らしい日本文化を体験されたり、公演を楽しまれたら、いかがでしょう。
ワークショップのスケジュール
*　５月２４日（土）　9:00 am – 4:30 pm
* 5月２５日（日） 9:00 am – 11:00 am
ワークショップでは、日本舞踊、新舞踊、民謡踊り、盆踊りなどの体験ができます。
是非参加して日本文化の一端に触れてみてください。ワークショップには美味しいお弁当が付きます。浴衣、足袋、扇は、若葉会でお貸しすることができます。
ワークショップの後、公演、お飲み物、お茶菓子など、楽しんでください。

参加費：５０ドル　(昼食　2回付き)
公演スケジュール：
５月２５日（日）　　　1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
参加されている、タレントある各踊りグループの方を交えての、素晴らしい公演会ですので、是非、観にいらしてください。
公演の後、お飲み物、お茶、おつまみ、お菓子等々、ご用意しております。収容人数に制限がございますので、お早めの、登録をおすすめいたします。
チケット：　１０ドル
登録締め切り：　4月30日
ご質問などは　フルー敬子まで：電話: 780-436-5843、 Email: keikofrueh@shaw.ca

Asian Heritage Month - Edmonton Heritage Stories
2025-05-17 14:00 - 16:30 | City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Welcome to Stories of Edmonton: A Book Launch Celebration!
Hosted by the Edmonton Chinese Writing Club, we are thrilled to invite you to join us in celebrating the launch of Edmonton Heritage Stories: A Collection of Stories on Crossings, Courage, Community. This exciting event will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Edmonton City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton.
Our event brings together Edmonton’s vibrant community to honor the rich tapestry of stories that shape the city’s heritage. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a newcomer, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect, reflect, and celebrate the diverse voices that make Edmonton what it is today.
We look forward to seeing you at this memorable event as we celebrate the stories that shape our community!

Bilingual Chinese Folktales Book Launch - Asian Heritage Month Event
2025-05-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Kirk Centre, 13535 - 122 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5L 2V7

FascinAsian Film Festival 2025 Asian Heritage Month
2025-05-09 13:00 - 2025-05-11 22:00
Mark your calendars for FascinAsian Film Festival, taking place May 9-11 in Edmonton, highlighting stories from the Asian diaspora and featuring Asian talent from Canada and abroad!
The FascinAsian Film Festival celebrates Asian filmmakers, stories and perspectives in film and media during Asian Heritage Month, with a prairie regional focus.
The festival exists to build community, foster creativity, and provide Asian-Canadian filmmakers an opportunity to showcase their work, while providing opportunities to learn and develop their skills in the craft of film making.
Schedule: https://fffyeg2025.eventive.org/schedule
Tickets – https://fffyeg2025.eventive.org/welcome
Passes $35 – $90: https://fffyeg2025.eventive.org/passes/buy
https://www.facebook.com/FascinAsianEdmonton#

16th Annual ECBEA Awards - Asian Heritage Month Event
2025-05-04 12:00 - 16:30 | City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
Come celebrate student excellence at City Hall with scholarship recipients
of Edmonton’s Chinese Bilingual Program organized by the
Edmonton Chinese Bilingual Education Association (ECBEA)

40th Anniversary of Sister Cities - Harbin and Edmonton
2025-05-03 15:00 - 17:00 | City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton

Sweet and Sour Memories
2025-03-22 10:00 - 2025-05-01 17:00 | Art Gallery of St Albert, 19 Perron Street, St Albert, Alberta, T8N 1E5
Artist(s): Edith Chu
Date: March 20 to May 1
Exhibition Space: Main Exhibition
Sweet and Sour Memories by Edmonton’s Edith Chu looks back on her life growing up in her family’s restaurant Szechuen Cuisine. Her memories of this time form the foundation of her experience as a first-generation Canadian.
Delicate watercolour paintings of restaurant life capture the day-to-day. Family photos are drawn onto replica guest cheques. Edith’s memories are captured in sculptural takeout boxes and narrative photographs. Sweet and Sour Memories is the story of her family and families like hers.
“The artwork is about causing viewers to slow down and pay attention to the voices of many Chinese immigrants. Understanding where they came from, the obstacles they faced, their sacrifices and their contributions to society, to foster understanding and appreciation,” Edith says.

Upcoming Events:

Virtual Tour: March 26 at noon on Facebook Live
Artist Talk/Reception: March 27 from 6–8 pm (talk at 6:30 pm)
In–Person Tour: April 3 at 6:30 pm
Co-Curator Tour: April 4 at 3 pm

Lunar Night Market Series
2025-02-14 18:00 - 23:00 | LAST Modern Event Venue, 10242 - 106 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1H7
Experience the magic of the lunar season at LAST Modern Event Venue in downtown Edmonton with a series of vibrant evening markets! Owned by a dynamic trio of second-generation Chinese women, LAST is proud to celebrate and share our rich heritage with the community.
We invite people of all ages and backgrounds to join us as we honor our roots and raise funds to support the revitalization of our neighboring Chinatown. Starting January 31, come every Friday from 6 PM to 11 PM and immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with local creativity.
Discover unique treasures from talented local artisans, savor mouthwatering bites from pop-up food vendors, sip on handcrafted drinks from the bar, and unwind in an intimate setting. Admission is $2 per person, with all proceeds dedicated to empowering initiatives that breathe new life into Chinatown. Join us for a celebration of culture, community, and connection!
Details
Feb 14
Friday Nights, 6pm-11pm

LAST Lunar Night Market Series
2025-02-07 18:00 - 23:00 | LAST Modern Event Venue, 10242 - 106 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1H7
Experience the magic of the lunar season at LAST Modern Event Venue in downtown Edmonton with a series of vibrant evening markets! Owned by a dynamic trio of second-generation Chinese women, LAST is proud to celebrate and share our rich heritage with the community.
We invite people of all ages and backgrounds to join us as we honor our roots and raise funds to support the revitalization of our neighboring Chinatown. Starting January 31, come every Friday from 6 PM to 11 PM and immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with local creativity.
Discover unique treasures from talented local artisans, savor mouthwatering bites from pop-up food vendors, sip on handcrafted drinks from the bar, and unwind in an intimate setting. Admission is $2 per person, with all proceeds dedicated to empowering initiatives that breathe new life into Chinatown. Join us for a celebration of culture, community, and connection!
Details
Feb 7 | Feb 14
Friday Nights, 6pm-11pm

King of the Yees
2025-02-05 19:30 - 2025-02-15 22:00 | Walterdale Theatre, 10322 83 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 5C3, Canada
King of the Yees
By Lauren Yee
Directed by Barbara Mah
King of the Yees is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
In this comedy, American born Chinese, Lauren Yee, hasn’t paid much attention to her cultural background — until her father disappears and she must navigate San Francisco’s Chinatown and face her history in order to get him back. She learns about her cultural traditions and how they related to her modern American life.

2025 Lunar New Year Banquet
2025-02-01 18:00 - 22:30 | Emperor’s Palace Restaurant, 10638 100 Street, Edmonton, T5H 0N7
Join us for our Association’s Annual Chinese New Year Banquet on February 1, 2025!

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with us on this lively evening filled with culture, fun, and entertainment.

Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025

Location: Emperor’s Palace Chinese Cuisine at 10638 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB.

Tickets are on sale now! Don’t miss out on this festive night with friends and family.

Contact us today to reserve your seats and bring in the Lunar New Year with a grand celebration!
Organized by the Malaysia Singapore Social Association – Edmonton
More info: Lily 780 953 5459
Email: MSSAEDM@GMAIL.COM

Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Kingsway Mall
2025-02-01 11:00 - 17:00 | Kingsway Mall, 109 Street & Kingsway, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 3A6, Canada
Saturday, February 1st (11 am – 5 pm)
Ring in the Year of the Snake at the Lunar New Year Festival, in partnership with the Chinese Graduates Association of Alberta.
The festival includes a comprehensive program of family-friendly performances, games, workshops, and more.
Events will take place throughout Kingsway, with performances and workshop areas taking place on the main level near Starbucks, main level near JD Sports, and upper level near Marshalls.
For a full program and list of activities, visit our Lunar New Year page.

Togather Chinatown Arts Festival
2025-02-01 10:00 - 2025-02-02 17:00 | Edmonton Chinatown Multicultural Centre, 9540 - 102 Avenue NW, Edmonton, T5H 0E3
The Togather Chinatown Arts Festival is a multicultural, family-friendly, art, food, and community festival that takes place over Lunar New Year on February 1 & 2, 2025 at the Edmonton Chinatown Multi-Cultural Centre (9540 — 102 Ave NW).
The festival features a community market made up of local artists, community organizations, and micro-businesses who are making a splash in the local arts scene. We make space for emerging artists, cultural diversity, and those who live and work in Chinatown/​Boyle/​McCauley. For 2025, we are expanding the event to include a Chinatown Food Court, more performances, and a room for workshops (2nd floor, elevator accessible). The festival is FREE to the public, and just 1 block away from Quarters LRT Station.

Lunar New Year Market Series
2025-01-31 18:00 - 23:00 | LAST Modern Event Venue, 10242 - 106 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 1H7
Experience the magic of the lunar season at LAST Modern Event Venue in downtown Edmonton with a series of vibrant evening markets! Owned by a dynamic trio of second-generation Chinese women, LAST is proud to celebrate and share our rich heritage with the community.
We invite people of all ages and backgrounds to join us as we honor our roots and raise funds to support the revitalization of our neighboring Chinatown. Starting January 31, come every Friday from 6 PM to 11 PM and immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with local creativity.
Discover unique treasures from talented local artisans, savor mouthwatering bites from pop-up food vendors, sip on handcrafted drinks from the bar, and unwind in an intimate setting. Admission is $2 per person, with all proceeds dedicated to empowering initiatives that breathe new life into Chinatown. Join us for a celebration of culture, community, and connection!
Details
Jan 31 | Feb 7 | Feb 14
Friday Nights, 6pm-11pm

Lunarlicious AsiaFest
2025-01-31 16:00 - 2025-02-02 22:00 | South Edmonton Common, 1910 102 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6N 1K8
Lunarlicious is an exciting indoor event that brings the vibrant culture of outdoor night markets to life, all in celebration of the Lunar New Year. Filled with delicious cultural foods, creative local vendors, and festive entertainments, Lunarlicious offers a unique experience where tradition meets creativity. Join us as we transform the space into a bustling night market atmosphere, showcasing the rich heritage of the Lunar New Year with an array of activities for everyone to enjoy!

JAN 31 (Fri) 4PM-12AMFEB 01 (SAT) 12PM-12AM FEB 02 (SUN) 12PM-10PM @South Edmonton Common2027 98 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6N 1K2, Canada

Lunar New Year of the Snake at Londonderry Mall
2025-01-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Londonderry Mall, 137 Avenue & 66 Street, T5C 3C8
Celebrate the Year of the Snake with us at Londonderry Mall!
Join us on Sunday, January 26, for a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration brought to you by the Edmonton Chinese Bilingual Education Association.
Enjoy lively lion dances, captivating martial arts demos, arts and crafts, a wishing tree, and so much more!
📍 East Court🕛 12 PM – 5 PM
Plus, stay tuned for an exclusive gift card promotion and limited-edition swag bags to mark the occasion.
Let’s welcome the Year of the Snake together in style!

Chinatown Lunar New Year Event including Royal Alberta Museum
2025-01-26 11:00 - 17:00 | 97 Street between 105A to 107 Avenue, Edmonton
Opening ceremony in front of Lucky 97 Market, 10725 – 97 Street NW
at 11:00 am. Dragon dance, lion dances, Money God.
Lion Dance with Firecrackers
For the first time ever, indoor performances at the Royal Alberta Museum, 9810 – 103 A Avenue NW starting at 12 Noon.
Lion dance, Martial Arts demonstration, cultural performances.
